Deme
Mariana Seoane
A Bold Ultimatum in Love: Mariana Seoane's 'Deme'
Mariana Seoane's song 'Deme' is a passionate declaration of love and commitment, wrapped in a bold ultimatum. The lyrics revolve around a clear choice: either stay and embrace the relationship fully or leave for good. Seoane emphasizes that she is not interested in half-hearted commitments or fleeting pleasures. This sentiment is captured in the repeated lines, 'una de dos te quedas al lado mio o te vas de una vez,' which translates to 'one of two, you stay by my side or you leave at once.'
The song's chorus, 'Dame tu nochecita, sabes toma mi mañanita, sabes quiero a tu corazón, toma mi corazón,' which means 'Give me your night, you know, take my morning, you know, I want your heart, take my heart,' underscores the mutual exchange and deep connection she seeks. Seoane is asking for a complete and reciprocal relationship, where both partners are fully invested. The repetition of these lines throughout the song reinforces the importance of this mutual commitment.
Seoane also touches on the unpredictability of life and relationships with the lines, 'hay hay hay asi es la vida a veces cobra factura y alguien tiene que pagar,' meaning 'that's how life is, sometimes it charges a bill and someone has to pay.' This reflects the reality that relationships come with challenges and costs, but she is clear that she will not be the one to bear the brunt of an unbalanced relationship. The song is a powerful statement about self-worth and the non-negotiable terms of true love and partnership.