Me Voy Pa La PM

Octavio Mesa's song 'Me Voy Pa La PM' is a raw and unfiltered expression of a man's frustration and defiance following a tumultuous breakup. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man who has been thrown out of his home by his partner, Merceditas, due to jealousy. The song opens with an apology for his drunken state, immediately setting the tone for a narrative steeped in alcohol-fueled lament and rebellion.

The recurring request for a double shot of aguardiente, a popular alcoholic beverage in Colombia, underscores the protagonist's desire to drown his sorrows and numb the pain of his recent heartbreak. His repeated declaration that he doesn't care about what his ex-partner thinks ('Pues a mí me importa un culo') highlights his attempt to assert his independence and emotional detachment, even as he grapples with the sting of rejection.

Mesa's lyrics also delve into societal views on marriage and masculinity. The protagonist's disdain for those who marry twice, calling them 'pobre malparido,' reflects a traditional and somewhat macho perspective. His decision to sell his ranch and leave for 'la puta mierda' with another woman signifies a dramatic and rebellious escape from his current woes, seeking solace and validation in a new relationship. This song is a powerful anthem of defiance, capturing the raw emotions of a man scorned and his quest for liberation from the shackles of a failed relationship.