Y Tengo Que Seguir

Roberto Carlos' song "Y Tengo Que Seguir" delves deep into the emotional turmoil of trying to move on from a past love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who has exhausted all efforts to forget their former lover but finds it impossible to do so. The opening lines, "Para olvidarte todo lo intente y no me queda nada por hacer," set the tone for the song, highlighting the futility of the protagonist's attempts to erase the memories of their love. This sense of helplessness is further emphasized by the line, "Me hes imposible hayar la solución y pierdo ya las riendas de mi corazón," indicating a loss of control over their emotions.

The song's chorus reveals the depth of the protagonist's lingering feelings, as they admit to still loving their ex with the same intensity as before: "Y estoy amandote sencillamente con aquel mismo amor de antiguamente." This enduring love makes it even harder for them to move on, as they confess, "Y aun te quiero más queriendote olvidar." The imagery of walking down an endless street, "Y voy por una calle que parece no acabar," symbolizes the seemingly never-ending journey of searching for a new love while still being haunted by the past.

Roberto Carlos masterfully captures the internal conflict of wanting to find new love but being unable to let go of the old one. The line, "Y no mia mor es demasiado grande me impide que te olvide," encapsulates the protagonist's struggle, as their overwhelming love for their ex prevents them from moving forward. The recurring encounters with their ex, who appears even more beautiful each time, further complicate their efforts to forget: "Ycada vez que yo te encuentro pareces mucho más bonita." Ultimately, the song concludes with the protagonist's resigned determination to keep trying, despite the seemingly insurmountable odds: "Y tengo que seguir tratando…"