Sola

In 'Sola,' Anita Santivañez delves into the profound sorrow and loneliness experienced after being abandoned by a loved one. The song's repetitive structure and poignant lyrics emphasize the depth of the emotional pain felt by the protagonist. The recurring line, 'Me estoy quedando sola,' which translates to 'I am left alone,' underscores the isolation and despair that comes with the sudden departure of a significant other. This abandonment not only affects the protagonist but also her children, highlighting the broader impact of such a loss on a family unit.

The lyrics convey a sense of betrayal and heartache, particularly in the lines 'El hombre que yo amaba, un día nos dejó,' meaning 'The man I loved, one day left us.' This abandonment leaves a 'pena en el corazón,' or 'pain in the heart,' which the protagonist struggles to cope with. The repetition of 'lloro sola,' or 'I cry alone,' and 'estoy tomando por ti,' or 'I am drinking because of you,' illustrates the coping mechanisms she resorts to in an attempt to numb the pain and loneliness.

Anita Santivañez's delivery of the song adds an extra layer of emotion, making the listener feel the weight of her sorrow. The cultural context of the song, with its focus on family and the deep emotional bonds within it, resonates with many who have experienced similar feelings of abandonment and heartache. The song also touches on themes of infidelity and the search for love and affection, as seen in the lines 'El me abandonó por otra mujer,' or 'He abandoned me for another woman.' This adds a layer of complexity to the protagonist's grief, as she grapples with feelings of inadequacy and betrayal.