Por Tanto Amarte

Ricardo Arjona's song 'Por Tanto Amarte' is a poignant exploration of the emotional toll that comes with loving someone deeply. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who has given so much of themselves to their love that they have lost their own identity in the process. The recurring theme of self-forgetfulness is evident in lines like 'por tanto amarte me olvide de mi' (for loving you so much, I forgot about myself). This phrase is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the extent to which the protagonist has sacrificed their own well-being for the sake of their love.

The song delves into various aspects of this all-consuming love. The protagonist dreams of their beloved, searches for them, and thinks about them constantly, to the point where their own existence becomes secondary. The imagery of a 'charco de lagrimas' (puddle of tears) and a 'calle de la tristeza' (street of sadness) evokes a sense of profound loneliness and despair. The left side of the bed that remains unwrinkled symbolizes the absence of the loved one, further highlighting the emptiness that the protagonist feels.

Arjona also touches on the futility and the questioning of whether such intense love is worth the pain and sacrifice. The line 'si a valido la pena esperar a que regreses' (if it has been worth waiting for you to return) captures the internal conflict and the lingering doubt. Ultimately, the song concludes with a sense of resignation, as the protagonist acknowledges that their life has slipped away while they were consumed by their love. The final twist, 'me olvide hasta de ti' (I even forgot about you), suggests that in the process of losing themselves, they have also lost the essence of the person they loved so deeply.

'Por Tanto Amarte' is a powerful reflection on the dangers of losing oneself in love. It serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of maintaining one's own identity and well-being, even in the face of overwhelming emotions.