Lo Que No Fué No Será
Cristian Castro
The End of a Love That Once Was
Cristian Castro's song "Lo Que No Fué No Será" delves into the emotional aftermath of a broken relationship. The lyrics are rich with metaphors, painting a vivid picture of a love that once was nurturing but ultimately became confining. The narrator compares himself to a sparrow trapped in a cage, symbolizing how he felt restricted and dependent on his partner. The imagery of cutting his wings and being fed meagerly highlights the sacrifices he made and the lack of fulfillment he received in return. Despite these hardships, he confesses that he loved his partner deeply.
The song takes a turn as the narrator reflects on being left alone, confused, and forgotten. This abandonment leads him to find solace in someone else's offer of the "fruit anhelado"—the longed-for fruit, symbolizing a new opportunity or love. The chorus, "Lo que un día fue, no será," underscores the finality of the relationship. He firmly tells his former lover not to seek him out again, as he has nothing left to give and has grown tired of the meager sustenance she provided.
In the final verses, the narrator expresses a desire to move on, even if his former lover now offers him reasons to stay. He acknowledges that if this offer had come earlier, he might have accepted it, but now, without love, there is nothing to gain. The song captures the bittersweet realization that some relationships, no matter how cherished they once were, cannot be revived. It speaks to the universal experience of outgrowing a love that no longer serves us and the courage it takes to move forward.