No lo ves

In 'No lo ves' by No Te Va Gustar, the lyrics delve into the harrowing experience of addiction and its destructive impact on an individual's life. The song opens with a stark observation: 'una y otra vez te seduce el vicio / nadie espera ya por tu cariño,' which translates to 'time and time again, vice seduces you / no one waits for your affection anymore.' This sets the tone for a narrative about someone who is repeatedly drawn into the cycle of addiction, losing the love and support of those around them. The phrase 'no lo ves, ya es un maleficio' ('you don't see it, it's already a curse') underscores the idea that the person is blind to the curse that their addiction has become.

The song continues to explore the consequences of this addiction, highlighting the inevitability of loss and regret. 'El destino cruel, que todo te cobra / luego faltará lo que ahora sobra' ('the cruel fate that charges you for everything / later, what is abundant now will be lacking') speaks to the eventual depletion of resources, whether they be emotional, financial, or social. The repetition of 'no lo ves' ('you don't see it') serves as a poignant reminder of the person's inability or unwillingness to recognize the damage being done.

As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the individual's life is falling apart: 'si toda una vida se cae a tus pies / se cae a tus pies, y no lo ves' ('if an entire life falls at your feet / falls at your feet, and you don't see it'). This imagery of a life crumbling emphasizes the devastating effects of addiction. The song's emotional weight is amplified by the band's musical style, which often blends rock with elements of Latin American rhythms, creating a powerful backdrop for the lyrics' somber message. No Te Va Gustar, known for their socially conscious themes, uses 'No lo ves' to shed light on the often unseen and unacknowledged struggles of addiction.