Nos Sobran Los Motivos

Joaquín Sabina's 'Nos Sobran Los Motivos' is a poignant exploration of the end of a love affair, rich with metaphor and emotional depth. The song's title, which translates to 'We Have Plenty of Reasons,' sets the tone for a narrative of a relationship that has run its course, where the reasons to part ways are abundant. Sabina, known for his poetic lyrics and his ability to weave intricate stories through his music, uses vivid imagery to paint a picture of the desolation and resignation that comes with a breakup.

The lyrics are a collection of metaphors that describe the remnants of a once vibrant love now turned sour. References to 'a waiting room without hope,' 'a mute bell in the belfry,' and 'kisses of Judas' suggest betrayal and the loss of faith in the relationship. The song speaks to the emotional desolation one feels when love has been exhausted, and the only thing left is the acknowledgment of its end. Sabina's voice, described as wrinkled with desolation, further emphasizes the weariness and the finality of the situation.

The chorus is a plea to not overburden his inspiration or accuse his heart, which is depicted as battered and closed for demolition. This refrain highlights the pain of creating art from heartbreak and the realization that these are the last verses he will write for his former lover. The song is a farewell, a closing chapter to a love story that has given all it could, and now, both parties have more than enough reasons to say goodbye.