Baile
Silvio Rodriguez · Other Songs - Silvio Rodriguez
con ademán triunfante
para estrenar y aplaudir
el baile de la sangre.
Acuden las estrellas,
la prensa y los glaciales,
felices de compartir
el brindis de la sangre.
Velándonos, silbándonos
hay coro de carámbanos.
Rondándonos, cercándonos
para inmovilizarnos.
No voy, no vas
al juego del disfraz,
corista tú y amor de este arlequín
romántico -al menos hasta el fin,
imposmodernizable.
La corte nos espera
a derramar la sangre,
pero no vamos a ir
a tan odioso baile.
Velándonos, silbándonos
hay coro de carámbanos.
Rondándonos, cercándonos
para inmovilizarnos.
No voy, no vas
al juego del disfraz,
corista tú y amor de este arlequín
romántico -al menos hasta el fin,
imposmodernizable.
Baile - Silvio Rodriguez
Silvio Rodriguez's 'Baile' stands as a quintessential example of his poetic approach to folkloric rhythms, blending traditional Andean instrumentation with his signature introspective lyricism. The song captures the essence of his broader body of work, where he reimagined indigenous musical traditions through the lens of urban Colombian sensibilities. Often performed in the context of his live recordings and compilations, the track exemplifies his ability to weave social commentary into danceable melodies, reflecting the cultural fusion that defined his career. Rodriguez's influence on Latin American folk music remains profound, and this recording serves as a testament to his enduring legacy in the genre.