Ojo Por Ojo

Bustamante's song 'Ojo Por Ojo' delves into the themes of love, betrayal, and the inevitable cycle of retribution. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a passionate yet tumultuous relationship, where the protagonist feels both the ecstasy and agony of love. The phrase 'Ojo por ojo, diente por diente' (an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth) is a recurring motif, emphasizing the idea that actions have consequences and that one must face the repercussions of their deeds.

The song begins with the protagonist reflecting on the original sin, symbolized by the 'forbidden fruit' and the 'half-moon face' of the lover. This imagery suggests a sense of temptation and the fall from grace, akin to the biblical story of Adam and Eve. The lover's body is described as a 'dune,' evoking a sense of shifting sands and instability. The protagonist acknowledges that the pain and lessons learned from this relationship have shaped who they are today.

As the song progresses, the lyrics explore the duality of pleasure and pain, with nights described as a mix of 'salt and honey' and the act of loving and dying as akin to 'selling one's soul to the devil.' This juxtaposition highlights the intense emotional highs and lows experienced in the relationship. The repeated refrain of 'Ojo por ojo, diente por diente' serves as a reminder that every action has a reaction, and the soul grows through suffering. The song concludes with the acknowledgment that in life, as in love, one can win and lose, and that this cycle of retribution is an inescapable part of the human experience.