Mi corazonada

Orlando Contreras' song "Mi corazonada" delves into the emotional turmoil of a relationship that has reached its breaking point. The lyrics reveal a sense of resignation and acceptance from the narrator, who has long anticipated the end of this love affair. The phrase "No me extrana lo que hicistes, hace tiempo lo esperaba" (I'm not surprised by what you did, I've been expecting it for a while) sets the tone for the song, indicating that the narrator has been mentally preparing for this moment of betrayal or abandonment. This premonition, or 'corazonada,' is a central theme, highlighting the narrator's deep connection with his own emotions and intuition.

The song's chorus, "Suerte que mi corazón en amores no me engana, y el me dise dejala, dejala" (Luckily, my heart doesn't deceive me in matters of love, and it tells me to let her go), underscores the narrator's reliance on his heart's wisdom. This personification of the heart as a guiding force suggests a profound trust in one's inner feelings and instincts. The repetition of "dejala" (let her go) emphasizes the necessity of moving on, despite the pain and sorrow involved.

Contreras also touches on the consequences of the partner's decision to leave. The lines "Vas en busca de un fracaso, y esa es mi corazonada, y a la larga tu seras la unica perjudicada" (You're heading for failure, and that's my intuition, and in the long run, you'll be the only one harmed) reflect a sense of forewarning and inevitability. The narrator predicts that the partner's choice will lead to regret and suffering, reinforcing the idea that sometimes, our hearts know the truth even before our minds do. This song is a poignant exploration of love, intuition, and the bittersweet process of letting go.