La Tendencia

In 'La Tendencia,' Steff delves into the emotional turmoil of feeling misunderstood and unaccepted by those closest to her. The song opens with a poignant admission: the people she loves seem to be against what she loves. This sets the stage for a narrative filled with internal conflict and the struggle to reconcile her own desires with the expectations of others. The voices in her head symbolize the external pressures and internal doubts that plague her, making her question her own worth and decisions. The fear of these voices being right adds a layer of vulnerability, as she acknowledges that her heart can't take much more of this emotional strain.

Steff's lyrics also touch on the theme of identity and self-acceptance. She mentions making changes in herself in an attempt to gain acceptance, but finds that nothing she does is ever enough. This is a powerful commentary on the futility of trying to meet others' expectations at the expense of one's own happiness. The line 'Me río en mis historias, lloré antes de grabarlas' (I laugh in my stories, I cried before recording them) highlights the facade she puts on for the world, masking her true feelings of sadness and inadequacy. The comparison to her sister, who is seen as a 'queen,' further emphasizes her feelings of inferiority and the pressure to live up to an ideal she feels she can never reach.

The chorus reveals a profound sense of resignation and a desire to stop pretending to be happy. Steff's declaration that she doesn't want to be part of 'la tendencia' (the trend) signifies her rejection of societal and familial pressures. She questions why she has to bear the consequences of others' actions and expresses the pain of being constantly compared to others. The song concludes with a powerful statement of self-awareness and defiance: she can't and won't continue to pretend to be something she's not. This raw and honest portrayal of her struggles makes 'La Tendencia' a deeply relatable and emotionally charged song.