Imposible Amor (feat. Guaynaa)
Matisse (MX)
The Elusive Muse: Unattainable Love in 'Imposible Amor'
In 'Imposible Amor,' Matisse and Guaynaa paint a vivid picture of an unattainable love, capturing the essence of longing and the futility of pursuing someone who remains out of reach. The song opens with a description of a woman who embodies both sweetness and a touch of malice, a combination that makes her irresistibly captivating. Her presence is likened to a tempest, suggesting that she is both powerful and unpredictable. The narrator is immediately drawn to her, wanting her exclusively for himself, despite the challenge she presents.
The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the futility of trying to win her over with traditional romantic gestures like flowers. The phrase 'No, no lo creo' (No, I don't believe it) underscores the narrator's realization that these efforts are in vain. The woman is described as a 'constellation of lunares' (a constellation of moles), highlighting her unique beauty and the distance that makes her seem as unattainable as the sun. This metaphor suggests that while she is dazzling and inspiring, she remains out of reach, much like a celestial body.
Guaynaa's verse adds another layer to the narrative, portraying the woman as a muse who inspires creativity but remains elusive. He even resorts to learning poems by Pablo Neruda, a renowned poet known for his passionate love poems, in an attempt to win her over. Despite these efforts, the chorus reiterates the impossibility of this love, likening the woman to 'hiedra venenosa' (poisonous ivy), which is both alluring and dangerous. The song concludes with a resigned acceptance that no matter how much the narrator desires her, she will remain an 'imposible amor' (impossible love).