Esperanza
Enrique Montoya Lyrics
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Sólo sabes bailar Cha-Cha-Cha
Esperanza, Esperanza
Sólo sabes bailar Cha-Cha-Cha
Te conocí
Y me enamoré y me ilusioné
Y ahora todo se acabó
Tu fingido amor le causó dolor
A mi pobre corazón
De nada vale
La vida que he vivido
Si de mujeres nunca se sabe
La que no es mala
Lo parece algunas veces
Y la que es mala no lo parece
Ay qué pena me da
Esperanza, por Dios
Tan graciosa, pero no eres buena
Ay qué pena me da
Esperanza, por Dios
Tan graciosa y sin corazón
Esperanza, Esperanza
Sólo sabes bailar Cha-Cha-Cha
Esperanza, Esperanza
Sólo sabes bailar Cha-Cha-Cha
Te conocí
Y me enamoré y me ilusioné
Ahora todo se acabó
No sé por qué
Tu fingido amor le causó dolor
A mi pobre corazón
De nada vale
La vida que he vivido
Si de mujeres nunca se sabe
La que no es mala
Lo parece algunas veces
Y la que es mala no lo parece
Ay qué pena me da
Esperanza, por Dios
Tan graciosa, pero no eres buena
Ay qué pena me da
Esperanza, por Dios
Tan graciosa y sin corazón
Esperanza, Esperanza
Sólo sabes bailar Cha-Cha-Cha
Esperanza, Esperanza
Sólo sabes bailar Cha-Cha-Cha
En Enrique Montoya's song "Esperanza," the singer expresses his disappointment and heartbreak over a woman named Esperanza. He laments that he fell in love with her, but now everything has come to an end because her fake love has caused pain to his heart. He further reflects on the fleeting nature of love, noting that sometimes good people may appear bad, while bad people may seem good. He ends by bemoaning the fact that Esperanza, although she may be lovely and graceful, is not a good person.
Through these lyrics, Enrique Montoya paints a portrait of a relationship that has gone sour. The singer’s affection for Esperanza is conveyed through his use of the phrase “te enamoré” (I fell in love with you), while his despair is captured in the line “ahora todo se acabó” (now everything has come to an end). Additionally, the singer reflects on the complexities of human nature, suggesting that appearances can be deceiving and that true character may not always be immediately apparent.
Overall, the song "Esperanza" is a poignant meditation on love and deceit, expressed through the medium of the Cha-Cha-Cha. With its catchy rhythm and bittersweet lyrics, the song is a testament to Enrique Montoya's skill as a songwriter and performer.
Line by Line Meaning
Esperanza, Esperanza
The singer is repeating the name of the woman he is addressing, which signifies his disappointment and disbelief in her actions
Sólo sabes bailar Cha-Cha-Cha
The woman in question is only capable of dancing the Cuban dance Cha-Cha-Cha, perhaps indicating her limited abilities or interests outside of this activity
Te conocí
The singer is stating that he knows the woman personally, and has had a romantic relationship with her
Y me enamoré y me ilusioné
The singer fell in love and became hopeful for the future with the woman in question
Y ahora todo se acabó
The relationship between the singer and the woman has ended, leaving him feeling upset and confused
No sé por qué
The singer is unsure why the woman ended the relationship
Tu fingido amor le causó dolor
The singer believes the woman's fake love has caused him heartache
A mi pobre corazón
The singer's heart has been affected by the end of the relationship
De nada vale
The singer believes his past experiences with women have not been valuable or worthwhile
La vida que he vivido
The singer is reflecting on his life experiences and how they relate to his current situation
Si de mujeres nunca se sabe
The singer is expressing the idea that women are unpredictable and it is difficult to know their true intentions
La que no es mala
The singer suggests that not all women are bad and there are some who have good intentions
Lo parece algunas veces
However, some women may give the impression of being good, even when they are not
Y la que es mala no lo parece
On the other hand, some women may seem innocent or good, but in reality have cruel intentions
Ay qué pena me da Esperanza, por Dios
The singer expresses his sadness and disappointment in Esperanza, whom he previously held in high regard
Tan graciosa, pero no eres buena
The singer admires the woman's attractiveness and charm, but is disappointed in her character and actions
Tan graciosa y sin corazón
The singer believes the woman lacks empathy and compassion, despite her pleasant demeanor
Writer(s): Moradiellos
Contributed by Grayson R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.