Y me aleje de ti

The song 'Y me aleje de ti' by Los Enanitos Verdes, an Argentine rock band known for their poignant lyrics and classic rock influence, tells a story of a tumultuous relationship and the eventual decision to part ways. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that is both passionate and destructive, with references to youthful rebellion and a desire to escape the mundane.

The opening lines set the scene with the image of the couple's names spray-painted on a wall, symbolizing a permanent mark of their relationship, accompanied by a rebellious slogan. This act of vandalism is a metaphor for their nonconformity and the intensity of their bond. However, the chorus 'Y me aleje de ti' (And I walked away from you) and 'Suerte que te perdí' (Lucky that I lost you) reflects the narrator's relief at having escaped a toxic situation. The relationship is described as a 'tribe of savages,' indicating a fierce loyalty but also a primitive, possibly unhealthy connection.

The song further delves into the darker aspects of the relationship, with the partner's fascination with death and a shared experience of pain, possibly hinting at self-destructive behavior or emotional turmoil. The attempt to seek solace in a church, only to find it closed, suggests a search for redemption or a new beginning that ultimately fails, leading to the realization that salvation or change is not to be found in that relationship. The repeated decision to walk away signifies a painful but necessary step towards self-preservation and healing from the madness that was beginning to destroy the narrator.