Pero No Te Extraño

Liliana Felipe's song 'Pero No Te Extraño' delves into the complex emotions of solitude, self-discovery, and the nuanced feelings that come with the end of a relationship. The lyrics are rich with metaphors and vivid imagery, painting a picture of a person who is coming to terms with their independence and the absence of a former lover. The opening lines, 'Pero no te extraño, hay veces que sueltan / Dentro de mi cuerpo todos los delfines y / Dos lobos marinos y como diez pingüinos,' use marine animals to symbolize the chaotic and lively emotions that occasionally surface, despite the speaker's claim of not missing their ex-partner.

The song continues to explore the theme of solitude through the character of Inesita, who is described as someone who prefers to sleep alone. This character serves as a metaphor for the speaker's own journey towards self-reliance and contentment in solitude. The line 'Yo creo que Inés quiere dormir sola / Aunque un regimiento se postre a sus pies' suggests that true independence is a choice, even when there are other options available. This sentiment is contrasted with the speaker's own experience, where the presence of a 'regimiento' or regiment of admirers only brings discomfort.

As the song progresses, the speaker reflects on the passage of time and the disillusionments that come with it. The line 'Pero no te extraño, deben ser los años / O los desengaños' indicates a resignation to the natural course of life and relationships. The closing lines, 'Mejor me retiro te mando un suspiro / Repleto de a veces, de amor y trasluz,' offer a bittersweet farewell, filled with occasional love and clarity. The imagery of the ostrich, 'como el avestruz / Que come y que traga y esconde el pescuezo,' symbolizes avoidance and denial, adding another layer to the song's exploration of human emotions and relationships.