Oncemil (feat. Malú)

Abel Pintos' song "Oncemil," featuring Malú, delves deep into the emotional turmoil of a strained relationship. The lyrics poignantly express the singer's struggle with the pain of unspoken words and unresolved feelings. The repeated refrain, "No me gusta herir a quien amo" (I don't like to hurt the one I love), sets the tone for the song, highlighting the internal conflict of wanting to protect a loved one while grappling with personal anguish. The imagery of being "partido en once mil pedazos" (broken into eleven thousand pieces) vividly conveys the sense of fragmentation and emotional disarray experienced by the singer.

The song's verses explore themes of presence and absence, both physical and emotional. The singer laments feeling absent even when physically present with their partner, a sentiment that resonates with anyone who has felt disconnected in a relationship. The metaphor of "vendiéndole el alma al diablo" (selling one's soul to the devil) underscores the desperation and moral compromise that come with pretending to be happy. This facade of happiness, symbolized by "sonreír si no soy feliz" (smiling if I'm not happy), is a common struggle in relationships where communication has broken down.

The chorus, with its powerful lines "así, como si no doliera" (like this, as if it didn't hurt) and "ahogándome en palabras mudas" (drowning in mute words), captures the essence of suppressed emotions and the pain of not being able to express one's true feelings. The song ultimately speaks to the universal experience of heartache and the difficulty of navigating love and loss. The closing lines offer a glimmer of hope, suggesting that healing and light can emerge from the darkness, but only if the silence is broken and the soul's voice is heard.