Mi Recaída En Los Excesos (part. Lalo Mora)
Eden Muñoz
Drowning Sorrows in Excess: Eden Muñoz's Lament
Eden Muñoz's song "Mi Recaída En Los Excesos" featuring Lalo Mora is a poignant portrayal of heartache and the struggle to move on from a past relationship. The lyrics describe the singer's attempt to cope with the memories of a former lover by indulging in alcohol and other excesses. The act of drinking 'sin miedo' (without fear) suggests a desire to numb the pain and escape reality, even if just for a moment.
The repetition of 'Me acordé de ti' (I remembered you) throughout the song emphasizes the involuntary nature of these memories and how they continue to haunt the singer. The mention of the slow pace of forgetting ('Como que el olvido / Camina bien lento') further illustrates the difficulty of moving on. The singer's acknowledgment of his recaída en los excesos (relapse into excesses) is a candid confession of his vulnerability and the challenges he faces in dealing with his emotions.
The chorus reflects a sense of resignation and a deliberate choice to avoid returning home, where solitude might amplify the pain. Instead, the singer seeks distraction through hedonistic pursuits, even though he is aware of the potential consequences. The line 'Según borré su número pa' no buscarla, y me lo sé de memoria' (I supposedly deleted her number so I wouldn't look for her, and I know it by heart) reveals the futility of trying to erase someone from one's mind when feelings are deeply etched in the heart.