Te Entregue
Carlos Mata
The Heartbreak of Unanswered Questions in 'Te Entregue'
Carlos Mata's song 'Te Entregue' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of a relationship that has come to an unexpected and painful end. The lyrics are a poignant exploration of confusion and heartbreak, as the narrator grapples with the sudden departure of a loved one. The song opens with a plea for understanding, as the narrator asks, 'Dime en qué fallé, no logro entender' (Tell me where I failed, I can't understand). This line sets the tone for the rest of the song, highlighting the narrator's desperate need for answers and closure.
Throughout the song, Mata uses a series of rhetorical questions to express his bewilderment and sorrow. He questions whether he was at fault, whether he deceived his partner, or if their love simply faded away. The repeated refrain, 'Te entregué mi querer, te lo di con placer' (I gave you my love, I gave it to you with pleasure), underscores the depth of his commitment and the pain of his loss. The narrator's vulnerability is palpable as he admits to giving his all without considering the possibility of an end, making the breakup all the more devastating.
The song also touches on themes of betrayal and disillusionment. The narrator is left wondering who or what caused his partner to fall out of love, asking, 'Habla, convénceme ¿quién te enamoró? ¿Quién te ilusionó?' (Speak, convince me, who made you fall in love? Who gave you illusions?). This line captures the essence of the song's emotional core: the struggle to understand why a once-promised love has vanished. Carlos Mata's heartfelt delivery and the raw, honest lyrics make 'Te Entregue' a powerful ballad about the complexities of love and the pain of unfulfilled promises.