El Pescador
Los Wawanco
The Joyful Struggle of the Humble Fisherman
The song "El Pescador" by Los Wawanco celebrates the life and daily routine of a fisherman, highlighting the simplicity and the connection with nature that defines his existence. The lyrics describe the fisherman's journey as he goes against the current with his fishing net, aiming to reach the shore. The imagery of the moon smiling down on him with its magical glow personifies the celestial body, suggesting a sense of companionship and support for the fisherman's endeavors.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the fisherman's dialogue with the moon and the beach, symbolizing a deep bond with the environment. Despite his lack of material wealth, as indicated by the line 'El pescador no tiene fortuna, solo su atarraya' (The fisherman has no fortune, only his fishing net), there is a sense of contentment and pride in his simple tools and the fruits of his labor. This reflects a broader theme of finding joy and fulfillment in one's work, regardless of its financial rewards.
The song also touches on the fisherman's return, as he brings his catch to sell at the port, a place of affection and attachment. This return is not just a physical journey but also a metaphorical one, representing the cycle of hard work and the satisfaction of providing for oneself and possibly for a family. The repeated reference to the moon's welcoming presence suggests a cyclical nature to the fisherman's life, one that is in harmony with the rhythms of nature.
