Dónde Habita El Olvido

Enrique Bunbury's song 'Dónde Habita El Olvido' delves into the fleeting and often disorienting nature of love and human connections. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a night of passion that dissolves into the harsh reality of the morning. The protagonist wakes up next to someone they barely remember, highlighting the transient nature of their encounter. The line 'Demasiadas cervezas' suggests that alcohol played a role in blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, making the morning after feel like a rude awakening.

The song continues to explore the theme of disillusionment as the morning light exposes the truth of their situation. The 'cruda luz del alba' (harsh light of dawn) symbolizes the clarity that comes with daylight, revealing the emptiness and lack of genuine connection between the two individuals. The woman leaves without a word, and the protagonist watches her disappear into the bustling city, emphasizing the sense of loss and the inevitability of moving on.

As the song progresses, Bunbury reflects on the passage of time and the lingering memories of this brief encounter. The phrase 'donde habita el olvido' (where oblivion resides) serves as a metaphor for the place where forgotten memories and lost loves go. The protagonist's life continues, but the sense of meaninglessness lingers, as indicated by the repetition of 'como siguen las cosas que no tienen mucho sentido' (as things that don't make much sense continue). The song captures the bittersweet nature of fleeting relationships and the emotional void they can leave behind.