Ya Lo Sabíamos (feat. Jayrick)

Opium G's song "Ya Lo Sabíamos (feat. Jayrick)" delves into the complexities and emotional turmoil of a relationship that both parties know is devoid of genuine love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a couple who are fully aware of their incompatibility and the lack of mutual effort, yet they continue to stay together. This paradoxical situation is highlighted in the repeated lines, "Ya lo sabíamos, pero seguimos en una historia donde no había amor," which translates to "We already knew it, but we continue in a story where there was no love." This repetition underscores the cyclical nature of their relationship, where they fight, separate, and reunite, despite knowing that their connection is fundamentally flawed.

The song also explores the emotional sacrifices made by one partner, who feels unappreciated and neglected. Lines like "Hice todo por ti, no haces nada por mí" ("I did everything for you, you do nothing for me") emphasize the imbalance in their relationship. The narrator's longing and pain are palpable, as they express a desire to feel their partner's heartbeat close to theirs, yet acknowledge that their efforts to make the other person happy have been in vain. This emotional vulnerability is further amplified by the metaphor of missing someone like snow when the sun is at its hottest, illustrating the deep sense of loss and yearning.

Cultural references and metaphors enrich the song's narrative. The mention of a "cuadro robado" (stolen painting) and a museum where the narrator's smile was hidden suggests a sense of being trapped or misplaced in the relationship. The imagery of an "infierno" (hell) when they see each other indicates the intense emotional conflict and suffering they endure. Despite these hardships, the song ends on a note of unresolved tension, with the narrator seeking a sign that the mental 'party' is over, yet still feeling hypnotized and entangled in the relationship's complexities.