Feeling
Dalex
Breaking Free: Dalex's Journey to Self-Love in 'Feeling'
Dalex's song 'Feeling' is a powerful anthem of self-liberation and emotional growth. The lyrics narrate the artist's journey from a toxic relationship to a place of self-acceptance and happiness. The opening lines, 'Me cansé de ti y no venía corriendo / Te olvidé como el Chavo, sin querer queriendo,' set the tone for the song, indicating a sense of relief and unintended but necessary detachment from a partner who brought more pain than joy. The reference to 'El Chavo,' a beloved character from Latin American television, adds a cultural layer, suggesting that forgetting the partner was as natural and unintentional as the character's famous catchphrase 'sin querer queriendo' (without wanting to, but wanting to).
Throughout the song, Dalex reflects on the constant demands for him to change, 'Siempre quiso que cambiara mi actitú' / Por el mínimo detalle peleabas tú,' highlighting the unreasonable expectations placed upon him. He realizes that the problem was not his attitude but the relationship itself, 'A mí no me faltaba cambiar / A mí me faltaba cambiarte.' This realization marks a turning point, where he understands that his happiness does not depend on altering himself to fit someone else's mold but on finding a partner who appreciates him as he is.
The chorus, 'Solo cenizas quedan / Porque este feelin' se apagó,' metaphorically describes the end of the relationship as a fire that has burned out, leaving only ashes. Dalex's decision to 'abrí la puerta pa' que se fuera' signifies his final act of letting go, wishing his ex well but choosing to move on without them. The song concludes with a reaffirmation of his newfound joy and freedom, 'Casi me muero triste, y ahora, vivo riendo,' encapsulating the essence of personal growth and the joy that comes from breaking free from a detrimental relationship.