Ayer Y Hoy

The song 'Ayer Y Hoy' by Jean Carlos Centeno is a poignant ballad that delves into the pain and sorrow of lost love. The lyrics express the narrator's heartache upon realizing that the love they once shared with their partner has faded into indifference. The narrator reflects on the past, acknowledging their own role in allowing someone into their life with the hope that they would heal old wounds, only to find that this new relationship has also ended in hurt.

As the song progresses, the narrator encounters their former lover and observes the stark contrast between the past ('Ayer') and the present ('Hoy'). It becomes clear that their feelings are no longer reciprocated, as their ex-partner has moved on and found happiness with someone else. The use of the word 'Lástima' (pity) underscores the narrator's regret and the bitterness of realizing that their resentment is still very much alive. Despite this, the narrator cannot let go of the memories and remains emotionally imprisoned by the love they still feel.

The song's chorus captures the essence of the narrator's struggle, as they grapple with the reality of their situation. They know that they will be haunted by memories and that their ex-partner will likely miss them too, but they also understand that they must confront the pain of their current loneliness. The lyrics poignantly convey the universal experience of trying to move on from a relationship while still being held back by the past.