El Capiro

The song "El Capiro" by Miguel Aceves Mejía, a renowned Mexican singer known for his ranchera music, tells a story of love, longing, and perhaps unrequited affection. The lyrics speak of a capiro (a type of tree) that has dried up despite having water at its base, which could be a metaphor for a love that has withered away despite the presence of care or affection. The mention of the tree's leaves possibly having a reason for this condition suggests that there might be underlying issues or truths that have led to the love's demise.

The singer offers a bouquet of fresh flowers from the capiro, asking the recipient if they have new loves, indicating a desire to know if they should move on. This act of offering flowers can be seen as a gesture of farewell or a final attempt to rekindle what was once there. The reference to a 'capirena' (a woman from the region of the capiro trees) advising discretion when seen with her husband hints at a secret or forbidden aspect of the relationship, adding a layer of complexity to the narrative.

As the song concludes, the singer bids farewell, indicating a departure from the place and possibly from the relationship. The repeated mention of the dried-up capiro serves as a poignant reminder of what has been lost. The request for the listener to remember him upon his departure is a final plea for their love to be remembered, even as he accepts the end of their relationship.