Te Extraño, Te Olvido, Te Amo

Alex Ubago's song 'Te Extraño, Te Olvido, Te Amo' delves deep into the emotional turmoil that follows a significant romantic loss. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the aftermath of a breakup, where loneliness and confusion reign supreme. The opening lines, 'Traigo en los bolsillos tanta soledad / Desde que te fuiste no me queda mas,' set the tone for the song, highlighting the emptiness and sorrow that have taken over the protagonist's life since their partner left. The imagery of a 'foto gris' and 'triste sentimiento' further emphasizes the bleakness of their current state.

The chorus encapsulates the cyclical nature of the protagonist's emotions: 'Te extraño / Porque vive en mi tu recuerdo / Te olvido / A cada minuto lo intento / Te amo / Es que ya no tengo remedio.' This repetition of 'te extraño, te olvido, te amo' underscores the internal conflict and the inability to move on. The protagonist is caught in a loop of missing their partner, trying to forget them, and ultimately realizing that their love is inescapable. This emotional rollercoaster is a testament to the depth of their feelings and the difficulty of letting go.

Ubago's lyrics also touch on the theme of identity loss, as seen in the lines 'He perdido todo, hasta la identidad / Y si lo pidieras mas podía dar.' The protagonist feels that they have lost a part of themselves in the relationship and would still be willing to give more if asked. This highlights the all-consuming nature of their love and the sacrifices made. The song also reflects on the lessons learned from the relationship, particularly the intensity of passion and the pain of saying goodbye. The line 'Me enseñaste el limite de la pasión / Y no me enseñaste a decir adiós' poignantly captures this sentiment, showing that while the relationship was deeply passionate, it left the protagonist unprepared for the eventual separation.