Deshazte de Mi

Angela Leiva's song 'Deshazte de Mi' is a powerful anthem of liberation from a toxic relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a woman who has been manipulated and controlled by her partner, who demands perfection and submission. Despite his confidence, he needs to keep her under his control, shaping her into an idealized version of herself that is attentive, beautiful, and compliant. This dynamic leaves her feeling empty and alone, clinging to a love that was never real.

The chorus of the song is a plea for her partner to let go of her and the memories they shared. She urges him to return to his 'plastic gray lie' and seek out other women who might remind him of her. This metaphor of a 'plastic gray lie' suggests a superficial and colorless existence, contrasting sharply with the 'real world' she offered him. The repetition of 'deshazte de mi' (get rid of me) underscores her desire to break free from the emotional chains that bind her to him.

In the final verses, she acknowledges that their story has come to an end, devoid of a fairytale ending. She tells him to return to his 'discount princesses' and his unreal world, emphasizing that she has seen his true self and found it lacking. This song is a declaration of self-worth and a rejection of a relationship that demanded her to diminish herself. Angela Leiva's emotive delivery and the poignant lyrics resonate with anyone who has ever felt trapped in a relationship that stifles their true self.