Mi Dulce Lechona

The song 'Mi Dulce Lechona' by El Perro is a vivid portrayal of a tumultuous and possibly abusive relationship. The lyrics recount the experiences of the narrator with a partner who is both physically and emotionally overwhelming. The song opens with a recollection of a night that leads to regrettable actions, suggesting a lack of consent and boundaries being crossed. The use of the phrase 'abusaste de todo lo que se movio' implies a sense of violation and a loss of control, setting a tone of discomfort and distress.

As the song progresses, the narrator describes waking up with a sense of dread, feeling physically unwell and emotionally manipulated. The partner's insistence on intimacy ('Con un mañanero') despite the narrator's clear discomfort ('Me dolio el amor') highlights a dynamic of coercion and lack of empathy. The use of the term 'lechona,' which can be translated as 'suckling pig,' might be a metaphor for feeling used or consumed by the partner, further emphasizing the toxic nature of the relationship.

The chorus expresses a desire to leave, not out of lack of affection, but for self-preservation ('Me alejo por mi seguridad'). The narrator's conflicting emotions are evident as they describe the partner's manipulative behavior, swinging between declarations of love and selfish demands. The song ends with a sense of resignation and a warning about the dangers of staying in such a damaging relationship. The final line, suggesting to 'comprate un juego' (buy yourself a game), could be interpreted as advice to find a distraction or a less harmful way to deal with boredom, rather than causing pain to others.