Monólogo [English translation]

Please don't be mad,

I'll be going soon

I didn't come to bother you

nor to offend you

I saw lights in the windows

and I heard voices singing

and unintentionally, I was already

playing

I also used to cheer

among my friends and my strings

With liquors and women

but who remembers that?

I used to be a famous actor

I was always on the road

Here I have a picture of me

Acting

You reminded me of past times

of dreams and fantasies

Please forgive this old man,

please forgive me

I almost forgot,

but tomorrow

they will be giving out fresh fish

Today we got some potatoes

and canned greens

in our market stand

When I get there and eat,

I'll be going to the zone

by the road near the trash

Since the night progresses,

I'll leave you with your dance

and singing and culture

I'm sorry to bother you

I'm shutting up already

At my age, sometimes the head gets upset

In your joy,

I recognised my promises

And everything looks like it's...

starting over again

Please don't get mad

I'll get going right now

I didn't want to bother you

nor offend you

I saw lights in the windows

And youth singing

And unintentionally, I was already...

dreaming

I live in the old house

with the green lamp

If you ever pass by it,

remember.

• Artist:Silvio Rodríguez
• Album:Silvio