Ahora que

Elefante's song 'Ahora que' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of losing a loved one. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the cold emptiness left behind by someone who was once a significant part of their life. The recurring theme of coldness ('me quema el frío') symbolizes the stark contrast between the warmth of love and the chilling void of absence. The singer is haunted by memories and the pain of loss, questioning where to store these overwhelming emotions and memories now that the person is gone.

The chorus reveals the protagonist's desperate attempts to numb the pain and forget the past. The metaphor of 'bebiéndome el olvido' (drinking the forgetfulness) and 'emborrachando al corazón' (getting the heart drunk) illustrates the use of alcohol as a means to escape reality and dull the heartache. This self-destructive behavior highlights the depth of their sorrow and the lengths they are willing to go to avoid facing the harsh truth of their loss.

The repetition of the lines 'Para sentir que no te has ido' (to feel that you haven't left) and 'Para que no duela esta canción' (so this song doesn't hurt) underscores the struggle to hold onto the past and the difficulty of moving on. The song captures the essence of grief, portraying the internal battle between clinging to memories and the need to let go. Elefante's poignant lyrics and emotive delivery make 'Ahora que' a powerful exploration of love, loss, and the human condition.