Atrapando Otra Vez

Andrés Calamaro's song 'Atrapando Otra Vez' delves into the complexities of a toxic relationship that the protagonist finds himself unable to escape. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that is both irresistible and destructive. The opening lines reveal the protagonist's obsession, as he wakes up thinking about seeing his lover, despite knowing that this relationship is detrimental. The metaphor of being 'trapped again' suggests a cyclical pattern of falling back into the same harmful dynamics, unable to break free.

The song describes the lover as a 'cursed angel' and 'the cruelest lady,' highlighting the duality of her nature. She is both alluring and dangerous, a 'double-edged sword' with whom the protagonist can only lose. This imagery underscores the internal conflict and the emotional wounds that the protagonist tries to hide. Despite warnings from others, he never said no, indicating a conscious choice to engage in this self-destructive relationship. The line 'I have to hide the wounds' suggests a sense of shame and the need to conceal the emotional damage inflicted by this toxic love.

The chorus captures the protagonist's ambivalence: he misses his lover at night but hates her during the day. This oscillation between longing and resentment is a hallmark of toxic relationships, where moments of passion are interspersed with periods of pain. The protagonist acknowledges that he should leave and never return, but admits the futility of this desire, as he is 'trapped again.' The song concludes with a sense of resignation, as the protagonist realizes that he willingly lost the 'pulse' or gamble he played, unable to ever truly distance himself from this destructive love.