Mala
Devendra Banhart Lyrics


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Ya ha pasado el tiempo
Ya ha pasado el tiempo
Hay que aceptarlo,
Hay que aceptarlo.




Overall Meaning

In English, the lyrics of Devendra Banhart's song Mala read: "The time has passed / The time has passed / We must accept it / We must accept it." The song is written in Spanish, adding a layer of intimacy and vulnerability to the lyrics. The repetition of "the time has passed" emphasizes the inevitable passing of time and the need to come to terms with it. This can be interpreted as a message to move on from a situation or relationship, to accept and let go of the past.


The phrase "hay que aceptarlo" (we must accept it) is significant in the lyrics because it implies that this acceptance is not a passive process, but rather a conscious choice. It serves as a reminder that accepting the passage of time and letting go of attachments can be difficult, but ultimately necessary for personal growth and healing. The use of the word "hay" (there is) creates a sense of inevitability in the lyrics, reinforcing the idea that some things are beyond our control.


Overall, the lyrics of Mala convey a message of acceptance, growth, and moving forward in life despite the challenges and inevitabilities that time brings.


Line by Line Meaning

Ya ha pasado el tiempo
The time has already passed, indicating an event or experience that has come to an end.


Ya ha pasado el tiempo
Repeated for emphasis, emphasizing the finality of the previously mentioned event or experience.


Hay que aceptarlo,
It's necessary to accept the reality of what has happened, even if it is unpleasant.


Hay que aceptarlo.
Reiterated to emphasize the importance of acceptance and moving forward from the past.




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, BMG Rights Management
Written by: DEVENDRA BANHART

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