Recomendaciones

For this chapter’s recommendations, we have a song and a movie, both related to some of the topics you have learned, and more importantly, to the importance of water as a natural resource and a fundamental part of life:

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Jarabe de Palo was a Spanish rock and fusion band formed in Barcelona in 1996 by singer-songwriter and guitarist Pau Donés. The band rose to fame with their debut album La Flaca (1996), whose title track became a summer anthem in Spain and launched them onto the international scene.

Jarabe de Palo became known for their signature blend of rock, Latin rhythms, flamenco, funk, and pop, creating music that was both musically rich and lyrically sincere. Their second album, Depende (1998), solidified their status in Latin pop-rock, followed by a series of successful records like Bonito (2003) and Somos (2014).

One of their most iconic songs is “Agua”, a soulful and poetic ballad from their 2003 album Bonito. The song expresses longing, vulnerability, and the emotional intensity of love. Its metaphorical lyrics compare a loved one to water—vital, fluid, and elusive. “Agua” became one of the band’s most beloved tracks, admired for its simple yet deeply emotional message, and has remained a favorite in Spanish-language music playlists.

Throughout their career, Jarabe de Palo collaborated with a range of artists, including Celia Cruz, Vico C, and Jorge Drexler. They earned multiple Latin Grammy nominations and a lasting place in the hearts of fans around the world.

 

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También la lluvia (Even the Rain), directed by Icíar Bollaín and released in 2010, is a Spanish drama that explores the legacy of colonialism and exploitation through a powerful and layered narrative. The film follows a Spanish film crew that travels to Cochabamba, Bolivia, to shoot a movie about Christopher Columbus and the abuse of Indigenous peoples during the conquest of the Americas. While filming, the crew becomes entangled in the real-life Cochabamba Water War of 2000, when local citizens protested the privatization of their water supply.

Through the interplay of past and present, También la lluvia draws parallels between historical and modern forms of oppression, questioning the ethics of filmmaking and the enduring impact of colonial attitudes. The film is both a critique of exploitation and a reflection on social justice, making it a compelling story with strong political and emotional resonance.