"Receta Para Un Filtro De Amor Infalible" is a song by the Spanish singer-songwriter Joan Manuel Serrat. The lyrics depict a humorous and absurd recipe for an infallible love potion or filter. However, the song is not meant to be taken seriously, but rather as a satirical critique of the idea of using potions and rituals to manipulate someone's feelings. The song describes a recipe that includes cutting a recently used intimate garment into strips, macerating it with mint and alcohol for a month, and forgetting about any prayers or spells. The narrator advises relentlessly pursuing the person of interest with flowers and gallantry, and if they continue to resist, adding belly button lint and simmering it slowly with Cupid's arrows. A mixture of love phrases, stardust, and the decapitated petal of a rose is also added, along with a dash of doubts and fears. Finally, the lyrics instruct the listener to strain the concoction and mix a portion of it with absinthe. The drink is then to be served to an innocent and willing person. If the potion fails to work, the lyrics suggest trying more tangible methods, such as covering the person in diamonds or buying them a house. Overall, the song is a playful and satirical take on the idea of love potions and filters, highlighting the absurdity and futility of trying to control someone's emotions. It serves as a reminder that love cannot be forced or manufactured, and that genuine connections are based on mutual affection and respect.
