Y Nos Dierón Las 10

“Y Nos Dierón Las 10” by La Hija Del Mariachi is a poignant tale of a fleeting romance set in a coastal town. The song begins with the narrator recounting a night after a concert, where he meets a captivating woman working behind the bar. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of their immediate connection, as he sings to her in exchange for a drink, and she opens up to him, both literally and metaphorically, by allowing him to see into her eyes, which he describes as 'eyes of a cat.' This metaphor suggests a sense of mystery and allure.

As the night progresses, their chemistry intensifies, leading to a passionate encounter. The chorus, which repeats the hours passing by, emphasizes the timelessness of their night together, as they lose themselves in each other’s company until dawn. The moon not finding them naked at dawn symbolizes the depth of their connection, as if time and the world around them ceased to exist.

However, the song takes a melancholic turn as the narrator returns to the town the following summer, only to find that the bar has been replaced by a bank, and the woman he shared that magical night with is nowhere to be found. This twist highlights the transient nature of their romance and the cruel passage of time. The narrator’s act of throwing stones at the bank’s windows in a fit of despair and his subsequent arrest underscore his deep sense of loss and longing. The song ends on a bittersweet note, with the narrator reminiscing about their night together while being taken away by the police, illustrating the enduring impact of that brief, yet unforgettable, encounter.