Viceversa

Enjambre's song 'Viceversa' delves into the complex and often painful dynamics of a tumultuous relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that has transformed from a source of joy and comfort into one of pain and torment. The protagonist is haunted by memories and dreams of their partner, which have turned from sweet dreams into nightmares. This shift is poignantly captured in lines like 'Mis sueños se han vuelto pesadillas' (My dreams have turned into nightmares) and 'Me estás desangrando lentamente' (You are slowly bleeding me out), illustrating the emotional and psychological toll the relationship has taken.

The song uses powerful metaphors to convey the physical and emotional pain experienced by the protagonist. The imagery of 'recibo tus rasguños' (I receive your scratches) and 'recibo tus mordidas' (I receive your bites) suggests a relationship that has become physically and emotionally abusive. The protagonist's body tenses and their jaw clenches, indicating the constant state of anxiety and anticipation of pain. This is further emphasized by the contrast between past and present, where once the partner would 'lamias mis heridas' (lick my wounds), now they are the source of those wounds.

Despite the evident suffering, the protagonist remains attached to their partner, driven by a stubbornness that is acknowledged in the line 'Por necio me aplaude hoy la gente' (For being stubborn, people applaud me today). This suggests a societal or internal pressure to maintain the relationship despite its toxicity. The song captures the paradox of love and pain, where the very person who once healed the protagonist is now the one causing the most harm. 'Viceversa' is a poignant exploration of the duality of love, highlighting how it can be both a source of immense joy and profound suffering.