No. 129 - Soda Stereo’s “Persiana Americana” changed my life

Uprooted from Mexico in 2003, Humberto J. Rocha still grapples with the life he left behind

No. 129 - Soda Stereo’s “Persiana Americana” changed my life Uprooted from Mexico in 2003, Humberto J. Rocha still grapples with the life he left behind Grace Lilly Feb 20, 2026 6 2 Share This Song Changed My Life is an independent music publication featuring weekly essays from people all around the world about the songs that mean the most to them. Created (and illustrated) by Grace Lilly . Enjoying the series? Support here to keep the good stuff coming 😊 • 6 min read • I finished interviewing a former military officer and opted to take the subway back home. I usually got around Buenos Aires

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