Released: 2024
The song “Lejos de Ti” by The Marías is a poignant anthem of longing, recalling memories and battling with a profound sense of loss. The titular phrase “Lejos de Ti” translates to “Far from You,” signaling a distance—physical, emotional, or both—that has made the singer melancholic.
The first verse, “El frío, la noche / Siempre me acuerdo de ti / Mile’ de cancione’ / Siempre me acuerdo de ti,” translates to “The cold, the night / I always remember you / Thousands of songs / I always remember you.” The night, typically symbolic of solitude and contemplation, prompts memories of the individual in question. Music, a universal catalyst of emotion, also serves as a reminder. It’s a clear expression of how the artist’s world is saturated with memories of the person they’re separated from, painting a vivid picture of their yearning.
The chorus, “¿Por qué estoy lejo’ de ti? / No te olvide’ de mí,” presents this question and plea, “Why am I far from you? / Don’t forget about me.” There’s a grappling with the reasons for their separation, as well as a desperate urge to not be forgotten, emphasising their emotional torment.
“Tus ojos tan tristes / Siempre me acuerdo de ti / Momentos felices / Siempre me acuerdo de ti,” translates to “Your eyes so sad / I always remember you / Happy moments / I always remember you.” This adds a layer of complexity to their memories — both the happy moments and the sad ones are equally unforgettable. It humanises the song, making it relatable to anyone who has ever been in love and experienced a separation.
The next lines, “¿Por qué te sigo queriendo? / Ya no puedo más / Entre tus manos me estoy muriendo / ¿Por qué que yo sigo cantando “No me queda más” / Entre mis labios, a todo llanto?” translate to “Why do I keep loving you? / I can’t take it anymore / I’m dying in your hands / Why do I keep singing ‘I have nothing left’ / Between my lips, to all crying?” These are not just heart-wrenching admissions of helpless love, but also a desperate cry, conveying the burden of unreciprocated or lost love, making the song deeply melancholic.
Finally, the lines “Dormía en tu pecho / Siempre me acuerdo de ti / ¿Por qué estás lejos de mí? / Yo no me olvido de ti / ¿Por qué estás lejos de mí? / Nunca me olvido de ti,” translate to “I was sleeping on your chest / I always remember you / Why are you far from me? / I never forget you / Why are you far from me? / I never forget you.” Here, the idea of unforgettable memories is reiterated once again. The lines evoke a sense of physical intimacy and closeness that sharply contrasts with the current estrangement, amplifying the sense of longing and loss.
“Lejos de Ti” isn’t just a song, it’s an emotional journey through the wilderness of lost love, where every line reveals a new layer of longing, making the song a heartrending portrayal of love, loss, and longing.
