Te Quiero

Alberto Cortez's song 'Te Quiero' is a heartfelt declaration of love that transcends the ordinary. The lyrics are a poetic expression of deep affection and commitment, capturing the essence of unconditional love. Cortez uses vivid metaphors and similes to convey the intensity and purity of his feelings. For instance, he compares his love to natural elements like a rose attracting a bee, a spike of wheat to a wheat field, and rain to the earth, emphasizing the natural and inevitable connection he feels with his beloved.

The song's repetition of the phrase 'te quiero' (I love you) underscores the sincerity and depth of his emotions. Cortez's love is described as complete, without cracks, whole, and sincere. He emphasizes that his love is not just a fleeting emotion but a profound and enduring commitment. The lines 'te quiero por prescripción de mi alma' (I love you by prescription of my soul) and 'te quiero por decisión de mi karma' (I love you by decision of my karma) suggest that his love is destined and fated, adding a spiritual dimension to his feelings.

Cortez also highlights the selfless and unconditional nature of his love. He loves without asking for permission, without conditions, and regardless of how his love is received. This is evident in lines like 'te quiero desnudo y sin pretensiones' (I love you naked and without pretensions) and 'te quiero lo tomes como lo tomes' (I love you, take it as you will). The song concludes with a powerful affirmation of lifelong commitment, 'te quiero por toda la vida' (I love you for all my life), reinforcing the enduring and unwavering nature of his love.

' 'Te Quiero' is a beautiful and timeless ode to love, capturing the essence of what it means to love someone deeply and unconditionally. Cortez's poetic lyrics and heartfelt delivery make this song a touching and memorable declaration of love.