Hasta Que Te Vas

In 'Hasta Que Te Vas,' NAFTA delves into the emotional rollercoaster of love and separation. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of the joy and subsequent sorrow that comes with the presence and absence of a loved one. The repeated phrase 'Por lo menos hasta que te vas' (At least until you leave) underscores the temporary nature of happiness, which is deeply tied to the presence of the beloved. This fleeting joy is contrasted with the profound sadness that follows their departure, highlighting the emotional dependency on the loved one for happiness.

The metaphor 'Aunque esté más hondo que el fondo' (Even if I'm deeper than the bottom) suggests a state of emotional depth or perhaps even despair that is alleviated only by the presence of the loved one. This line emphasizes the transformative power of love, capable of lifting the narrator from the depths of their emotional state to a place of unparalleled happiness. However, this happiness is fragile and temporary, lasting only 'hasta que te vas' (until you leave).

The song also touches on the anxiety and fear of permanent separation. The lines 'Con vos se va el color, quedo pálido' (With you goes the color, I become pale) and 'Pensar que quizás nunca más vengas a visitarme' (Thinking that maybe you'll never visit me again) convey a deep sense of loss and dread. The imagery of losing color and becoming pale symbolizes the draining of life and joy from the narrator's world in the absence of their loved one. This emotional landscape is a poignant reflection on the highs and lows of love, capturing the essence of human vulnerability and the profound impact of relationships on our emotional well-being.