Los Mareados

The song 'Los Mareados' by Roberto Goyeneche, a prominent figure in the Tango genre, is a poignant portrayal of a bittersweet encounter between two former lovers who reunite, possibly for the last time, in a setting filled with alcohol and nostalgia. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the woman, 'rare, as if lit up,' drinking to the point of intoxication, laughing wildly to keep from crying. This scene sets the tone for a night of emotional turmoil and reflection.

As the song progresses, the narrator expresses a mix of emotions upon seeing his former love. There's a sense of pity, a recognition of the pain behind her electrified gaze, and a remembrance of the deep affection he once had for her eyes. The chorus reveals that both individuals are using alcohol to drown their sorrows, indifferent to the judgment of others who might mock their drunken state. The term 'mareados,' which translates to 'dizzy' or 'intoxicated,' metaphorically represents their disoriented emotional state as well as their physical inebriation.

The final verses of 'Los Mareados' are a farewell to a love that will now become part of the past. The narrator's soul carries 'love, regret, and pain,' signifying the complex emotions associated with the end of a significant relationship. The song concludes with a lament for the greatness of their love and the little that remains of it, highlighting the impermanence of relationships and the enduring impact of lost love.