Sigo Enamorado
El Poder Del Norte
The Unyielding Flame of Love: A Heart's Lament
El Poder Del Norte's song "Sigo Enamorado" is a poignant exploration of unrequited love and the enduring pain that accompanies it. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person standing face-to-face with a past lover, reminiscing about the times they shared and yearning to reclaim what was lost. The protagonist's gaze into their former lover's eyes reveals a harsh truth: the person they once loved has moved on and found happiness elsewhere. This realization is a bitter pill to swallow, as it underscores the finality of their separation and the impossibility of rekindling their romance.
The chorus of the song is a heartfelt confession of the protagonist's lingering feelings. Despite the passage of time and the clear signs that their love is unreciprocated, they remain deeply enamored. The imagery of "bellos ojos," "piel candente," and "labios rojos" evokes a sense of intense, almost physical longing. The protagonist's struggle to forget their former lover and the madness that ensues from this unfulfilled desire is palpable. This emotional turmoil is further amplified by the admission of feeling "desdichado"—unhappy and unfortunate—because the love they once cherished is now out of reach.
In the final lines, the protagonist comes to a sorrowful acceptance of their situation. They acknowledge that there is no turning back and resolve to resign themselves to the reality that their former lover will never be theirs again. Yet, even in this resignation, there is a declaration of enduring love: "te voy a querer aunque no seas para mí." This statement encapsulates the essence of the song—a love that persists despite its futility, a heart that continues to beat for someone who is no longer within reach. The song beautifully captures the universal experience of loving someone who has moved on, and the enduring pain that such love can bring.