Salando Las Heridas

The song 'Salando Las Heridas' by Los Redonditos de Ricota, an iconic Argentine rock band, delves into themes of resilience, the harshness of life, and the struggle to maintain one's identity in the face of adversity. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who has repeatedly faced challenges ('Saliste ya mil veces') and has had to put on a facade to deal with the world ('bien maquillado'). The metaphor of a boat capsizing ('Un día el bote volcó') suggests a significant setback or failure, and the subsequent lines evoke the image of someone who is considered a lost cause by others, yet still clings to hope or survival ('Y vos allí en mi remolque / Sin luz, como un polizón').

The second verse continues with the theme of struggle, describing the character as someone who has been through many trials ('Un vago de mil caravanas') and is on the verge of giving up ('A punto de quedar a pie'). The transformation of lead into 'dirty gold' through effort ('Fundiendo plomo lográs / Chorros de oro cochino') could symbolize the idea that even through hardship, one can achieve something valuable, albeit tainted. The cold coffee metaphor ('Pero el café con tu suerte / Se enfría en mi mesa fría') suggests that opportunities or luck may be present but remain unutilized or unappreciated.

The chorus, 'Salando las heridas,' literally means 'salting the wounds,' which is a phrase that implies making a painful experience even more painful. The song's character seems to have caused trouble or pain to others ('Jodiste a todo cristo y más...'), possibly as a defense mechanism or as a result of their own suffering. The final verse speaks to a sense of disillusionment and the acceptance that life is not fair ('Y ya no esperas que te jueguen limpio / Nunca más'), indicating a loss of innocence or naivety. Overall, 'Salando Las Heridas' is a poignant reflection on the human condition, the fight for survival, and the complexities of personal battles.