Voy a Olvidarte
Nigga (Flex)
The Heartache of Letting Go: Nigga (Flex)'s 'Voy a Olvidarte'
Nigga, also known as Flex, is a Panamanian artist known for his romantic reggae style, which blends reggae beats with Latin rhythms and heartfelt lyrics. His song 'Voy a Olvidarte' is a poignant expression of heartbreak and the determination to move on from a relationship that has ended in betrayal.
The lyrics of 'Voy a Olvidarte' tell the story of someone who has been deeply hurt by a loved one's deceit. The protagonist of the song expresses the pain of being lied to and the realization that the adoration they had for their partner was not reciprocated. The song's chorus, which translates to 'That's why I'm going to forget you, get you out of my mind, and be able to erase you from my heart,' captures the essence of the struggle to overcome the lingering feelings for someone who has caused such pain. The repetition of this chorus emphasizes the resolve to heal and move forward.
The song also touches on the theme of unrequited love and the difficulty of letting go. The artist conveys a sense of desperation and loneliness, questioning how to cope with the nights spent thinking about the lost love and the suffering that follows. The raw emotion in the lyrics is underscored by the conversational tone, as if speaking directly to the person who caused the heartache, demanding an explanation for the betrayal. The song ends with a firm declaration of the intent to forget and a refusal to allow the person back into their life, despite the suffering it causes.