En la ciudad de la furia

The story behind

The song En la ciudad de la furia, born from the mind of Gustavo Cerati, immerses us in a particular urban atmosphere. The lyrics paint a picture of Buenos Aires, which it refers to as the "city of fury." The narrative is presented from the perspective of a winged, almost mythical being, who moves through the city only when night falls, seeking refuge before people wake up. This anonymous narrator suggests that only the woman he addresses can see him and know of his existence, even though he feels part of everyone. It's as if he embodies the very spirit of the metropolis: bold, elusive, and perhaps with a hint of fear, similar to that of its inhabitants, whose faces reflect that latent fury and their destiny in the city. The chorus, on the other hand, leads us to a feeling of hope and longing, with a melancholic melody. The narrator anticipates the woman's welcome, an embrace that will protect him until dawn, helping him to fade into the mist before the city comes back to life. Musically, the piece leans towards an alternative and gothic rock sound, with touches of new wave, marking an evolution in Soda Stereo's style compared to their previous works.