A few days ago the audience met the artist who will represent Europe in May. The performer, White Dove, captivated both the jury and the crowd with the song EaEa at Benidorm Festival. White Dove stood out not only for the performance but also for a surprising presence that drew the spotlight onto the stage.
Known as Karmento, the artist earned a broad following by connecting with thousands of Spaniards through a powerful message: I want and mourn. Karmento finished sixth at Benidorm Fest, a finish that still sparked conversations about potential and artistry in Spanish pop.
Definition of Cotan
Karmento, born in Bogarra, a small town in the province of Albacete, brings a sound that blends Manchego folk traditions with modern pop textures. The phrase I want and mourn captures the tension between longing and fear that accompanies leaving home and family roots. The music reflects both regional heritage and contemporary influences, creating a bridge between past and present for listeners across Spain and beyond.
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In one letter the song contains a line that has sparked curiosity:
And in the gray of the years, when he doubted, when he doubted, he used memory and quota where she sang.
But what is a quota? Many listeners turned to the Spanish Royal Academy for an explanation, only to discover that the term does not appear in the dictionary. The artist himself offered clarity, explaining that quota is a poetic element within the song and should be understood as a rhythm or refrain that recurs with emotional weight.
During a recent radio appearance, Karmento described Cotano as a word from La Mancha with a special regional sense. It marks the place in a town where neighbors gather and where cool air wafts through the evenings. It is similar to a porch in the countryside where people sit, chat, and share a moment together.
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The full lyrics of I want and duel
If the moment demands, a person would simply look.
One day, on the shelf where a musician sits and plays, a light appears, illuminating the long path ahead.
The flame of a bonfire burns inside, casting warmth and courage.
The mother who watches over a child offers wings, granting the courage to rise.
The father walks beside him, helping to face fears along the way.
If a call is needed, a person can seek it out; home will always be a source of comfort.
Fate brings a game that cannot be refused, inviting a choice that shapes the journey.
What will be done if the wind calls and the path seems uncertain? If the bonfire continues to blaze and the direction remains unclear, the choice becomes a personal test.
Between love and mourning, the mind searches for clarity, discerning what to trust and where to steer the heart.
Whether the sailboat has paused or sails steadily, the rhythm of life continues. Loro…
In the gray years, when doubt arises, memory and the refrain that echoed in childhood return to guide the way. The sea and its vastness become a metaphor for the sound of the waves and the feeling of possibility.
The idea of a victorious illusion surfaces, offering momentum to keep moving forward. What next, when the wind calls and the flame remains bright? If there is no clear destination, the journey itself becomes the compass.
And in the midst of both affection and sorrow, one listens for the next sign. If the sailboat has stopped or if it travels calmly, the voice repeats: Loro…