Por Amarte Así

Agapornis' song 'Por Amarte Así' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of unrequited love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is deeply in love with someone who remains just out of reach. The opening lines, 'Siempre serás la niña que me llena el alma,' set the tone for the song, expressing a profound and enduring affection. The metaphor of the sea, both restless and calm, reflects the fluctuating emotions of the lover, who is caught between hope and despair.

The chorus, 'Por amarte así, es esa mi fortuna, es ese mi castigo,' encapsulates the dual nature of this love. It is both a blessing and a curse, a source of joy and pain. The lover is willing to wait 'siete vidas más' (seven more lives) if necessary, highlighting the depth of their commitment. However, this love is also described as a form of punishment, suggesting that it might be forbidden or unattainable. The imagery of being 'a un paso de tu boca y sin poder besarla' (a step away from your mouth and unable to kiss it) and 'tan cerca de tu piel y sin poder tocarla' (so close to your skin and unable to touch it) underscores the agony of being so near yet so far from the object of their affection.

The song also explores the idea of love as a relentless pursuit. The lines 'Asi voy caminando en esta cuerda floja' (I walk on this tightrope) and 'Por ir tras de tu huella convertida en sombra' (chasing your shadow) convey a sense of precariousness and obsession. The lover is willing to endure any hardship, even if it means living in the shadow of the beloved. This relentless pursuit is both a testament to the lover's devotion and a reflection of their suffering. The song's emotional intensity is amplified by Agapornis' musical style, which blends romantic balladry with a modern pop sensibility, making 'Por Amarte Así' a poignant and relatable anthem for anyone who has experienced the pain of unrequited love.