Amor Amargo

Miriam Hernandez's song 'Amor Amargo' delves into the complex and often contradictory nature of love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that is both sweet and dangerous, a duality that many can relate to. Hernandez describes this love as something that makes her feel secure yet fills her with doubts, enlarges her life but also extends her silence. This paradoxical love has revived her desire to live and love, yet it also condemns her to a cycle of having and losing, turning her life into an abyss.

The chorus of the song emphasizes the bittersweet nature of this love. Hernandez repeats the phrase 'Amor, amor amargo' (Bitter love), juxtaposing it with descriptions of love as sweet, tender, and yet painful. This love burns, makes her sick, calls to her, and ultimately, kills her. The repetition of these contrasting emotions highlights the intensity and the consuming nature of her feelings. It's a love that is as nurturing as it is destructive, a common theme in romantic relationships that are passionate but fraught with challenges.

In the final verse, Hernandez expresses a desire to stop playing the dangerous game of love. She likens herself to an insecure butterfly that can no longer fly, knowing that she will lose while her lover will win. This imagery of a fragile butterfly captures the vulnerability and the inevitable heartbreak that comes with such a tumultuous relationship. 'Amor Amargo' is a poignant exploration of the highs and lows of love, capturing the essence of a relationship that is both life-affirming and devastating.