Obsesión

The song 'Obsesión' by Las Estrellas Vallenatas, a Colombian Vallenato group, delves into the deep emotional turmoil of unrequited love and the longing for a past relationship. The lyrics express the singer's intense fixation on a lost love, as evidenced by the title 'Obsesión,' which translates to 'Obsession' in English. The singer is haunted by memories and photographs of the beloved, indicating a struggle to move on from the relationship. The mention of looking at the beloved's photograph and feeling an 'obsesión' suggests a deep emotional connection that the singer is unable to shake off.

The song also touches on themes of regret and the desire for a second chance. The singer wishes for the impossible - for the earth to spin in reverse, symbolizing a wish to turn back time, become younger, and avoid the pain of the current heartache. This metaphor highlights the depth of the singer's regret and the desire to erase the pain of lost love. The reference to Barranquilla, a city known for its musical heritage, particularly Vallenato music, adds a cultural layer to the song, connecting the personal pain to a broader cultural context.

Lastly, the song conveys a sense of resignation and acceptance. The singer acknowledges that this may be the last song composed out of love and expresses doubt about falling in love again. There is a plea to the divine for strength to continue, and a poignant remembrance of a significant date, the beloved's birthday in October, which the singer cannot forget. The song ends with a lingering question about how the former lover managed to forget the singer, leaving the audience with a sense of the singer's unresolved emotional struggle.