"Pantalons Llargs" is a song by Joan Manuel Serrat, a renowned Catalan singer-songwriter. The song tells the story of a carousel horse and a golden bell. The lyrics portray the golden bell ("Campaneta daurada") and the cardboard horse ("Cavallet de cartró") on a fairground carousel. They have been on many journeys together without any anger or resentment. However, now they need rest and are grateful for their experiences. The narrator expresses that they will no longer run around carrying wooden pallets for the carousel. The golden bell used to make them happy and bring joy to their life, but now it attracts people who constantly demand their attention. Despite feeling like an infant and not being aware of the passage of time, the narrator realizes the joy the cardboard horse brought them. If the narrator were to play and run around now, what would people say? They believe people would find it better if they were in love with someone, whether they are beautiful or not. The painted cardboard horse brings joy, and the golden bell is asked to leave them on the rooftop. Overall, "Pantalons Llargs" conveys a sense of nostalgia and reflection on the passing of time. It highlights the importance of rest, gratitude, and the realization that the joy of childhood activities may change as one grows older.
