Piensa En Mi
Chavela Vargas Pink Martini Lyrics

The lyrics of Chavela Vargas's song "Pensa en mi" (Think of Me) speak about the pain of separation from a lover and the longing to be reunited. The song begins by acknowledging the deep sorrow that the person may be experiencing and urges them to think of the singer when they feel overwhelmed. This is a comforting message because it facilitates a connection between two people who cannot be together at the moment. The next stanza mentions a shared memory of a kiss that the singer remembers fondly. This suggests that the relationship has been intimate, and reinforces the idea that the singer and the person being addressed are deeply connected.

The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "piensa en mi" as a refrain. This repetition creates a sense of urgency and longing. The singer implores the person to think of them not only when they kiss or cry but also when they want to end their own life, which suggests that the person is of great importance in the singer's life, and that they are willing to go to great lengths to remain connected.

The final stanza is perhaps the most significant as it reflects the singer's desire to be reunited with their lover. The words "no la quiero para nada, para nada me sirve sin ti" (I don't want it for anything, it serves me for nothing without you) captures the essence of this song - that without the person, the singer is unable to find value or meaning in their life.