Tormento

Mon Laferte's 'Tormento' is a poignant ballad that delves into the depths of unrequited love and the pain of a one-sided relationship. The lyrics express a deep sense of devotion and the agony that comes with loving someone who does not reciprocate those feelings. Laferte's passionate delivery of the song adds to the emotional weight of the lyrics, which tell the story of a love that was sincere and intense, yet ultimately unfulfilled.

The song's narrative unfolds with the protagonist recounting moments of affection, such as a kiss in the metro, which, despite being intense and sometimes desperate, are overshadowed by the lover's silence and indifference. The repeated lines 'Nadie más te amará / Como te pude amar' ('No one else will love you / As I could love you') emphasize the depth of the protagonist's feelings and the conviction that their love is unparalleled. However, there is also a recognition of the toxicity of the relationship, as indicated by the references to arguments, the smell of liquor, and the desire to erase the lover's kisses from their body.

The title 'Tormento' (which translates to 'Torment') encapsulates the essence of the song—a life filled with suffering and lament due to unreciprocated love. The song resonates with anyone who has experienced the turmoil of loving someone who does not return their affection, and it speaks to the universal themes of love, heartbreak, and the struggle to let go of a toxic relationship.