Agua Del Pozo

Jorge Negrete's song 'Agua Del Pozo' is a poignant exploration of love, betrayal, and the lessons learned from heartache. The lyrics reflect a deep sense of disillusionment and regret, as the narrator reminisces about a past relationship that was marred by deceit. The opening lines, 'Aquellos tiempos que mi amor fue para ti / Aquellos besos que no fueron para mí,' set the tone for a story of unrequited love and misplaced trust. The narrator admits to having been deceived by his lover's charms, only to realize too late that he was destined to lose her.

The metaphor of 'agua del pozo de la virgen mexicana' (water from the well of the Mexican virgin) is particularly striking. This imagery suggests a desire for purity and true love, something the narrator wishes he could have given his unfaithful lover to teach her how to love genuinely. The well symbolizes a source of wisdom and purity, contrasting sharply with the lover's betrayal. The narrator's bitterness is palpable as he declares that he now views her with 'desprecio sin igual' (unmatched disdain) and warns her not to play with love again.

Negrete's song also touches on themes of masculinity and pride. The narrator's transformation from a 'maje' (fool) to a man who laughs at his lover's betrayal underscores a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. He advises his former lover to remember that love is not a game and that mocking a man's sincere affections can have serious consequences. The song's closing lines reiterate the narrator's newfound strength and resolve, as he imagines a different outcome had he known he would lose her: 'Te hubiera dado yo a beber / Agua del pozo de la virgen mexicana / Pa' que pudieras ser mujer.' This final wish encapsulates his longing for a love that is pure and true, free from the pain of betrayal.