Besos de Esos
Grex
The Liberation of Letting Go: A Journey to Self-Rediscovery
Grex's song "Besos de Esos" is a poignant exploration of the emotional journey involved in ending a relationship and rediscovering oneself. The lyrics convey a sense of exhaustion and disillusionment with a love that has become one-sided and unfulfilling. The narrator expresses a deep weariness from constantly chasing after their partner and feeling unreciprocated love. This is evident in lines like "Me cansé de irte detrás, de preguntarte cómo estás" (I got tired of going after you, of asking how you are) and "Decirte que te quiero aunque es mucho más" (Telling you I love you even though it's much more). The imagery of the lonely moon underscores the isolation and emotional void the narrator feels.
The chorus reveals a pivotal moment of self-assertion and clarity. The narrator wants to reclaim their identity and voice, as shown in the lines "Quiero volver a ser yo, decirte a la cara" (I want to be myself again, tell you to your face) and "Que no tengo más besos de esos que yo te daba" (That I don't have any more of those kisses I used to give you). This declaration signifies a breaking point where the narrator acknowledges that the relationship no longer serves them and that it's time to let go. The act of singing softly, "Quiero cantarte bajito, que me oigas decir" (I want to sing to you softly, so you hear me say), adds a layer of intimacy and finality to the farewell.
The song also touches on the struggle of moving on and the realization that love alone cannot save or fulfill the narrator. The lines "Sé que quererte no me va a salvar" (I know that loving you won't save me) and "Ya nada es lo mismo y toca dejar ir" (Nothing is the same anymore, and it's time to let go) encapsulate the bittersweet acceptance of the end. Grex's emotive delivery and the heartfelt lyrics make "Besos de Esos" a powerful anthem for anyone who has had to find the strength to walk away from a love that no longer brings joy or growth.