Culpables (feat. Valeria)
Mats Juvél
Forbidden Love: The Tale of 'Culpables'
The song 'Culpables' by Mats Juvél, featuring Valeria, delves into the complexities of a forbidden love affair. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of two lovers who are deeply entangled in a passionate yet illicit relationship. They are described as 'cómplices' (accomplices), indicating a shared sense of guilt and secrecy. The song captures the intensity of their connection, which grows stronger with every stolen glance and secret rendezvous. The lovers are aware of the moral boundaries they are crossing, yet they are irresistibly drawn to each other, unable to resist the temptation.
The lyrics also explore the theme of deception. Both characters are involved in relationships with other people, yet they lie and make excuses to be together. The lines 'Tu solo miéntele miéntele como si fuera fugitivo' (You just lie to him, lie to him as if you were a fugitive) and 'Yo solo mentiré mentiré como si fuera fugitiva' (I will just lie, lie as if I were a fugitive) highlight the extent to which they are willing to go to keep their affair a secret. This deception adds a layer of complexity to their relationship, making it both thrilling and fraught with tension.
'Culpables' also touches on the idea of insatiable desire. The repeated phrase 'somos víctimas del deseo insaciable' (we are victims of insatiable desire) underscores the uncontrollable nature of their passion. Despite the consequences and the guilt, their desire for each other is overwhelming. This theme of uncontrollable passion is a common motif in romantic literature and music, adding a timeless quality to the song. Mats Juvél and Valeria's vocal performances further enhance the emotional depth of the lyrics, making 'Culpables' a compelling exploration of forbidden love and the human condition.