Esque Te Amo

In 'Esque Te Amo,' Alex Ibarra delves into the intense and often tumultuous nature of love. The song opens with a vivid depiction of nightfall, setting a somber and intimate scene. The lyrics 'Cae la noche sobre los dos' (The night falls over the two of us) and 'Tengo frio, cubre mi amor' (I am cold, cover my love) evoke a sense of vulnerability and longing. This imagery sets the stage for the emotional battle that unfolds between the lovers, highlighting the duality of love as both a source of warmth and a battlefield of emotions.

The metaphor of a 'battle' is central to the song, as Ibarra describes the lovers 'peleando por la misma ilusión' (fighting for the same illusion). This suggests that both partners are striving for a shared dream or ideal, yet their journey is fraught with challenges. The 'muralla' (wall) that protects the heart symbolizes the barriers and defenses that people build to protect themselves from emotional pain. Ibarra's lyrics convey a deep desire to break through these barriers, as he yearns to 'nadar en tu mar' (swim in your sea), a metaphor for immersing himself fully in his lover's emotions and experiences.

The chorus of the song captures the paradoxical nature of love, describing it as both a 'tortura' (torture) and an 'aventura' (adventure). Ibarra's declaration 'Esque te amo' (Because I love you) is repeated throughout, emphasizing the all-consuming power of his feelings. The lines 'Si me tocas me provocas, si me miras me dominas' (If you touch me, you provoke me; if you look at me, you dominate me) highlight the irresistible and overwhelming influence his lover has over him. Ultimately, the song portrays love as a beautiful yet painful affliction, one that the singer willingly embraces, even if it means suffering. The closing lines, 'Y si el amar es una enfermedad, de este mal quiero morir' (And if loving is a disease, I want to die from this illness), encapsulate the depth of his passion and commitment.