Ella Usó Mi Cabeza Como un Revolver Soda Stereo Translation Meaning and Lyrics

Song Meaning

'Ella Usó Mi Cabeza Como un Revolver' means 'She used my head like a revolver' in English. It is a name of a song by 'Soda Stereo' human translated here by a native speaker.

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Original Lyrics: Ella usó mi cabeza como un revólver

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Aligned Translation: She used my head like a revolver

Free Translation: She used my head like a revolver

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Original Lyrics: E incendió mi conciencia con sus demonios

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Aligned Translation: And set my conscience on fire with his demons

Free Translation: And she set my conscience on fire with her demons

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Original Lyrics: Me vi llegando tarde, tarde a todo

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Aligned Translation: I saw myself arriving late , late to everything

Free Translation: I saw myself arriving late, late to everything

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Original Lyrics: Después de un baño cerebral

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Aligned Translation: After a brain bath

Free Translation: After a brain bath

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Original Lyrics: Estaba listo para ser amado

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Aligned Translation: I was ready to be loved

Free Translation: I was ready to be loved

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Original Lyrics: Pasa el tiempo y ahora creo que

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Aligned Translation: Time passes and now I think

Free Translation: Time goes by and now I believe that

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Original Lyrics: El vacío es un lugar normal

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Aligned Translation: Emptiness is a normal place

Free Translation: emptiness is a normal place.

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Original Lyrics: Ella usó mi cabeza como un revólver

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Aligned Translation: She used my head like a revolver

Free Translation: She used my head like a revolver

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Original Lyrics: No creerías las cosas que he hecho por ella

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Aligned Translation: You wouldn't believe the things I've done for her

Free Translation: You wouldn't believe the things I've done for her.

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Original Lyrics: Cobardemente, pero sin vergüenza

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Aligned Translation: Cowardly, but without shame

Free Translation: Cowardly, but without shame.

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Original Lyrics: Era una piedra en el agua, seca por dentro

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Aligned Translation: It was a stone in the water , dry inside

Free Translation: She was a stone in the water, dry on the inside.

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Original Lyrics: Así se siente cuando la verdad es la palabra sometida

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Aligned Translation: This is how it feels when the truth is the submitted word

Free Translation: That's how it feels when truth is a silenced word

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Original Lyrics: Fui tan dócil como un guante y tan sincero como pude

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Aligned Translation: I was as docile as a glove and as sincere as I could

Free Translation: I was as docile as a glove and as sincere as I could be

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Original Lyrics: Ella usó mi cabeza como un revólver

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Aligned Translation: She used my head like a revolver

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Original Lyrics: No creerías las cosas que he hecho por ella

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Aligned Translation: You wouldn't believe the things I've done for her

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Review

★ Song Info:

"She used my head like a revolver" is a song by Soda Stereo, a legendary Argentine rock band formed in 1982. The song is included in their album "Sueño Stereo," which was released in 1995. revólver" was written by the band's frontman, Gustavo Cerati, and is known for its alternative rock and shoegaze influences. The song features Cerati's distinct vocals and the band's signature sound that combines rock, pop, and electronic elements.

★ Song Emotion:

The song has a dark and mysterious tone, with lyrics that explore themes of desire, betrayal, and the complexity of human relationships. The song's emotion can be described as intense, passionate, and enigmatic, with a sense of longing and melancholy. The song delves into the theme of disappointment in a relationship after investing too much, and suggests that it may be better to come to terms with the idea of losing your partner regardless. 

★ Learning Facts for Spanish Speakers:

For Spanish speakers, listening to "She used my head like a revolver" can be a great way to learn and practice the language for B2 Levels. The song's lyrics are poetic and rich in metaphors, which can help expand vocabulary and improve listening skills. The song also showcases the unique style of Cerati's songwriting, which often incorporates wordplay and clever use of language.

★ Interesting Facts:

"Ella uso mi cabeza como un revolver" is considered one of Soda Stereo's most iconic songs, and it has been praised for its innovative sound and poetic lyrics. The song's title, which translates to "She used my head like a revolver" in English, is a metaphorical expression that suggests the emotional impact of a relationship.

It was released as a single in 1996 and received critical acclaim. It remains one of Soda Stereo's most well-known and beloved songs.

The song's music video, directed by Gustavo Cerati and Javier Zuker, features surreal and abstract visuals that complement the song's enigmatic lyrics. The video has been praised for its artistic and experimental approach.

★ Music Video:

The music video for "Ella usó mi cabeza como un revolver" features a blend of surreal and abstract visuals that complement the song's mysterious tone. The video was directed by Gustavo Cerati and Javier Zuker and was released in 1995. It features scenes of Cerati singing against a black backdrop, interspersed with abstract images such as a revolving head, floating objects, and distorted faces. The video's artistic and experimental approach adds to the overall enigmatic and captivating atmosphere of the song.

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Average Ratings

Most people find the song lyrics very easy to understand lyrics, lyrics sung very slowly and it has hard to remember verbs and nouns

Most words used are in very common daily usage.RAE

Ella Usó Mi Cabeza Como un Revolver has 165 BPM (beats per minute)

References

RAE Based on a median word frequency of 246 using the frequency database from the Royal Spanish Academy (La Real Academia Española)

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