Duele (feat. Yuri)

Reik's song 'Duele,' featuring Yuri, delves deep into the emotional turmoil of a broken heart struggling to move on. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is caught in the throes of heartbreak, unable to detach from the memories of a past love. The opening lines, 'Va mi corazón cerca del dolor / No sabrá vivir sin tus brazos,' set the tone for the song, highlighting the protagonist's deep sense of loss and dependency on their former partner. This emotional dependency is further emphasized by the conflicting feelings of love and hate, encapsulated in the line, 'Te odio y a la vez, te amo tanto.'

The chorus, 'Y duele, como me duele el olvido / Es un castigo, dejarte atrás,' underscores the pain of forgetting and the punishment of having to leave someone behind. The use of the word 'castigo' (punishment) suggests that the protagonist feels a sense of injustice or undeserved suffering. The recurring theme of loneliness as an enemy, 'Hoy la soledad, es mi enemigo,' adds another layer of emotional depth, portraying solitude as a relentless adversary that exacerbates the pain of separation.

The song also touches on the theme of self-deception, as seen in the lines, 'Siempre me engañé, nunca quize ver / Que tenías alma de viento.' Here, the protagonist admits to having ignored the signs that their partner was not as committed, likening their soul to the wind—fleeting and ungraspable. This realization adds a sense of regret and self-blame to the emotional landscape of the song. The repeated refrain of 'Y duele, duele no ver la salida / Es una herida que no se irá' drives home the idea that this emotional wound is deep and enduring, one that will not heal easily, if at all.

'Duele' is a poignant exploration of the complexities of love, loss, and the struggle to move forward. It captures the essence of heartbreak in a way that is both relatable and deeply moving, making it a powerful anthem for anyone who has ever experienced the pain of a broken relationship.