Por una Mentira

Yoskar Sarante's song "Por una Mentira" delves into the deep emotional turmoil caused by a love lost due to deceit and societal pressures. The lyrics tell the story of a man whose beloved leaves him to marry another, not out of love, but because of a lie and the influence of her father. Her father desires a suitor of noble blood for his daughter, dismissing the protagonist as a mere 'picaflor'—a term that implies a womanizer or someone unworthy. This lie and the father's insistence lead the woman to marry someone who offers her status and a name, but not the love she truly desires.

The song poignantly captures the protagonist's pain and longing. He knows that his beloved does not love her new husband and that she married him out of spite and societal pressure. The repeated line, "Pues solo el que vela la noche puede ver las estrellas" (Only those who stay awake at night can see the stars), serves as a metaphor for his enduring hope and vigilance in the face of heartbreak. It suggests that despite the darkness of his situation, he continues to look for the light, holding onto the possibility of happiness and true love.

Yoskar Sarante, known for his romantic bachata style, uses this song to explore themes of love, betrayal, and the impact of societal expectations. The emotional depth of the lyrics, combined with the melancholic melody, creates a powerful narrative that resonates with anyone who has experienced the pain of lost love due to external pressures and deceit. The song is a testament to the enduring nature of true love and the sorrow that comes when it is thwarted by lies and societal constraints.