Fantasma Lyrics in English Gustavo Cerati

Hondonada literally translates to a 'hollow', 'dip', or 'ravine'. It's a less common and more evocative word than simply saying 'hole' or 'valley'.

In the context of the song, Cerati uses it metaphorically to describe a deep, emotional low or a period of profound sadness. He sings, "La hondonada nos dejo sin caricias" (The hollow left us without caresses), implying that this difficult period has stripped away warmth and affection, making it a powerful and memorable image.