Y Me Hice Viejo

Jorge Sobral's song "Y Me Hice Viejo" is a poignant reflection on the passage of time and the regrets that come with it. The lyrics tell the story of a man who looks back on his life with a sense of unfulfilled potential and missed opportunities. He admits to never having had fortune or even hope, and he carried on with life merely to endure. The man acknowledges that he never demanded the truth or took risks, which led him to a life of mediocrity and unfulfilled dreams.

The chorus, "¡Y me hice viejo!" ("And I grew old!"), is a powerful lament about the inevitability of aging and the realization that time has run out to make significant changes. The man sees himself in the mirror as just another person who has played it safe, lacking the courage to innovate or strive for more. This reflection is filled with a sense of resignation and a lack of hope, as he feels that there is no longer enough time to start over.

In the latter part of the song, the man expresses a desire for some form of consolation before he departs from this life. He wants to make a stop on his journey to clarify whether he was born cursed or simply did not know how to live. Ultimately, he concludes that he was not born cursed but failed to live life to its fullest. He urges the younger generation to have the courage he lacked and to make their voices heard, hoping that they will not repeat his mistakes. This song is a touching reminder of the importance of taking risks and living life boldly, as time waits for no one.