Carretera Perdida

The song 'Carretera Perdida' by Buitres delves into themes of longing, struggle, and the search for meaning in a seemingly endless journey. The lyrics paint a picture of a horizon that is always out of reach, symbolizing goals or desires that are difficult to attain. The repeated act of 'running and running' suggests a relentless pursuit, perhaps of dreams or a better life, that never seems to culminate in arrival or fulfillment. The phrase 'the day that does not come' reinforces this sense of an elusive future.

The imagery of a person standing on the threshold, 'divine, furious, ready to kill,' with 'a dagger and a star from the bottom of the sea' evokes a sense of dramatic confrontation with life's challenges. The mention of tears of pain and pleasure suggests a complex emotional experience, possibly related to love or personal growth. The 'lost highway' serves as a metaphor for life's journey, with no clear destination, where experiences and emotions crash against the wall of reality.

The reference to a boxer who kisses the mat and spits out the cross is a powerful metaphor for resilience and the fight against adversity. The boxer's request for 'fresh water on the wounds and air, please' speaks to the need for relief and recovery after enduring hardship. The song concludes with the idea that lovers always want their own song, which could mean that everyone seeks a unique narrative or purpose in life. The final lines, 'Today we sing here, lost highway in another country,' suggest a shared experience of displacement and the universal search for identity and belonging.