Veneno

Kiko Veneno's song 'Veneno' delves into the complexities and pains of a love that feels both intoxicating and destructive. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of two lovers in a small room, sharing a metaphorical poison that symbolizes the toxic nature of their relationship. The repeated line 'Veneno que tú tomaras, Veneno tomaba yo' suggests a mutual consumption of this 'poison,' indicating that both parties are equally affected by the detrimental aspects of their love.

The song further explores the emotional vulnerability that comes with such a relationship. The line 'me está dejando desnudo como me trajo Dios' metaphorically describes how the love is stripping the narrator down to his bare essence, leaving him exposed and vulnerable. This rawness is a powerful image, emphasizing the deep emotional impact the relationship has on him. The mention of waiting all night and blaming the clock for the lover's absence adds a layer of betrayal and disappointment, highlighting the unreliability and broken promises that characterize their bond.

Kiko Veneno also touches on the theme of diminishing love with the line 'Tú me estás queriendo a mí un 15% menos.' This quantification of love in percentages is a striking way to express how the relationship is deteriorating, possibly due to external pressures like the 'coste de la vida' (cost of living). The song ends as it begins, with the two lovers in a small room, sharing their metaphorical poison, encapsulating the cyclical and inescapable nature of their toxic love.