Jarabe de Palo, with Alejandro Sanz, gives us a beautiful song about being completely swept away by love. The singer starts by admitting he was a "holgazán" [lazy person] until yesterday, but now he's the "guardián de sus sueños de amor" [guardian of her dreams of love]. He loves her so much, he says, "La quiero a morir" [I love her to death].
This woman sounds incredible! She can "borra las horas de cada reloj" [erase the hours from every clock] and even "enseña a pintar transparente el dolor" [teaches me to paint pain transparent]. She builds towers from the sky and gives him wings to fly. He feels totally captivated, like he's caught in a "lazo que no aprieta jamás" [a knot that never tightens], a silk thread he can't and doesn't want to let go of. It's a song about being utterly devoted and transformed by someone you love deeply.
Jarabe de Palo is a Spanish rock band founded in 1996 in Barcelona, led by the charismatic singer, songwriter, and guitarist Pau Donés. Known for their heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies, the band quickly rose to fame with hits like La Flaca and Depende. Over the years, they earned critical acclaim, receiving prestigious awards such as Premios de la Música and Premio Ondas, along with Grammy nominations.
In 2008, Jarabe de Palo took an independent route by creating their own label, Tronco Records, and continued releasing fresh music including Orquesta Reciclando and Somos. Their collaborations span artists like Celia Cruz, Antonio Vega, and Ricky Martin, showcasing their versatile style. The band disbanded in 2020 after the passing of Pau Donés, leaving behind a legacy of timeless music that resonates across generations.