Y Si Te Vas

David DeMaría's song 'Y Si Te Vas' delves into the emotional turmoil and eventual acceptance that follows a painful breakup. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a heart left in disarray, grappling with the sudden departure of a loved one. The opening lines, 'Ahora vas y me dejas / Al compás del desamor,' set the tone for the song, highlighting the rhythm of heartbreak that the singer is forced to endure. The imagery of an 'alma entre abierta' (half-open soul) and a 'maremoto de dolor' (tidal wave of pain) underscores the depth of his suffering.

As the song progresses, DeMaría explores the themes of resentment and the quest for solace. The repeated refrain, 'Y si te vas y si te alejas de mí,' reflects a sense of resignation and a plea for the departing lover to remember the good times. The line 'Que alguien se apiade de ti' (May someone have mercy on you) suggests a hope that the ex-partner finds peace, even as the singer himself struggles to find his own. The mention of 'una libertad sin ti' (a freedom without you) indicates a bittersweet liberation, where freedom comes at the cost of losing a significant part of oneself.

In the latter part of the song, DeMaría shifts to a more reflective tone, asking for forgiveness from the Sun for turning his back on it, symbolizing a period of darkness and introspection. The closing lines, 'Tanta paz te lleves como calma me dejaste,' encapsulate the duality of the breakup—wishing the ex-partner peace while acknowledging the calm that their absence has brought. The song concludes with a nod to Cuban décima, a poetic form, suggesting a return to cultural roots and the healing power of art and poetry.