Teo Va a L'escola

Joan Dausà's song "Teo Va a L'escola" delves into the life of a young boy named Teo, who faces the challenges of growing up without his parents. The song is set in a classroom where the teacher asks the students to talk about their families and their parents' jobs. Through the eyes of Teo, we get a glimpse of his inner world and the silent struggles he endures.

The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the classroom scene, where children like Lluís and Ester share stories about their parents and their daily lives. Lluís talks about his mother's cooking, and Ester shows off a skirt from her father's shop. In contrast, Teo's narrative is different. He imagines himself dancing like Anna Jordà's mother and kicking a ball as hard as Toni's father. These fantasies reveal Teo's longing for parental figures and his attempt to fill the void left by their absence.

Teo's reality is centered around his grandmother, who takes care of him and prepares his favorite meals. The song subtly hints at the emotional weight Teo carries, as he avoids mentioning his parents' absence to his classmates. Instead, he talks about his grandmother and their games of checkers. The repetition of the classroom scene emphasizes Teo's isolation and the contrast between his life and that of his peers. Joan Dausà's poignant lyrics and gentle melody capture the essence of a child's resilience and the unspoken pain of growing up without parents.