The song "La Abuelita De Kundera" (Kundera's Grandmother) by Joan Manuel Serrat explores the theme of awareness and knowledge of the realities of the world. The lyrics depict the wise grandmothers of the singer (and also the fictional character, Kundera) who possess deep knowledge of their surroundings, including herbal remedies, the contents of mattresses, and the ability to read the sky and bake bread. However, the song also contrasts this wisdom with the ignorance or unawareness of the singer's neighbor and the general population. The neighbor, similar to the singer's own, appears to be an ordinary and respectable person who goes about their daily routine without realizing the hidden dangers around them. The lyrics reveal that despite the apparent safety of their city, disturbing events and crimes take place, such as the sexual assault of a teenager, the assault of elderly women, and the murder of a homeless person. The neighbor remains oblivious to these incidents as they go on with their comfortable life, unaware of what is happening in their own surroundings. The song highlights the contrast between the wisdom of the older generation, who understand the realities of the world, and the indifference or ignorance of the younger ones, who are disconnected from the harsher truths of life. Overall, "La Abuelita De Kundera" emphasizes the importance of being informed, observant, and aware of the world around us, rather than living in a state of indifference or naivety.
