Por Amarte

Los Prisioneros' song 'Por Amarte' delves into the complexities and emotional turmoil of a love that is both consuming and destructive. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that feels like a mistake, a form of self-destruction, and yet is inescapable. The singer describes loving someone as an act of madness, a 'suicide,' and a 'stupidity,' indicating that this love is irrational and harmful. The metaphor of being made of stone suggests a desire to be impervious to the emotional pain caused by this love, yet the singer is far from it, feeling every bit of the heartache intensely.

The song also explores the idea of possession and freedom within a relationship. The line 'Ser tu dueño es un decir, no eres de nadie' (Being your owner is just a saying, you belong to no one) highlights the futility of trying to possess someone who is inherently free and bound by their own dreams and insecurities. This creates a sense of helplessness and loss, as the singer feels lost in the 'storms' of this tumultuous relationship, sweating love over the partner's chest, a vivid image of physical and emotional exertion.

The recurring theme of love being both a 'heaven disguised as hell' and a source of profound sadness and foolishness underscores the duality of the experience. The singer's heart, placed in the 'hands of a child,' is easily discarded, leading to a sense of betrayal and deep sorrow. The repetition of 'Por amarte' (For loving you) emphasizes the relentless and consuming nature of this love, which, despite its pain, the singer cannot escape. The song captures the essence of a love that is as intoxicating as it is devastating, a common theme in the human experience of romantic relationships.