Estoy Tomando

Leo Mattioli's 'Estoy Tomando' is a poignant ballad that delves into the depths of heartbreak and the struggle to move on after a significant relationship has ended. The song's title, which translates to 'I'm Drinking,' sets the tone for a narrative of self-destructive behavior as a means to cope with loss. The lyrics describe a person who is drinking and smoking excessively, acknowledging that this spiral is a temporary escape from the pain of a breakup.

The protagonist of the song is aware of their own faults in the relationship, admitting to damaging it with jealousy and irrational behavior. The repetition of 'Y te voy a extrañar' ('I'm going to miss you') emphasizes the deep sense of regret and longing for the partner who has left. The song captures the feeling of hopelessness that can follow a separation, with the singer expressing that after their partner, there is nothing left, and the path they had envisioned walking together has vanished.

The emotional weight of the song is further conveyed through the description of the physical toll that the loss has taken on the singer, with references to a sweating body and an agitated chest. The lyrics suggest that finding someone new who can match the intensity and intimacy of the lost love seems impossible, leaving the singer with no desire to continue seeking affection. 'Estoy Tomando' is a raw and honest portrayal of the aftermath of a failed relationship and the difficulty of facing a future without a once-cherished companion.