The Unforgiven
José Manuel Aguilera Lyrics


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Any royalties that I might have give to my child
I want her to know I was a singer.
Any royalties that I might have give to my child
I want her to know I was a singer.

I'm gonna ride
This desert land
I'm gonnaride
This desert land





And when the thieves that stole them get caught
Hang them from the balls.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of José Manuel Aguilera's song "The unforgiven" touch on themes such as legacy, parenthood, and revenge. In the first stanza, the singer expresses his desire to leave a legacy to his child by ensuring that she receives any royalties that he might earn as a singer. This suggests that music is a significant part of the singer's identity and that he wants his child to know and remember him for it.


In the second stanza, the singer announces his intention to ride through the desert land, which may represent a metaphor for his journey through life. He seems determined to make the most out of his life, despite its challenges, and to keep moving forward. For the singer, the desert may signify both the harshness of life and its beauty.


In the final stanza, the song takes a dark turn as the singer declares his wish for revenge against those who have wronged him. He calls for the thieves who stole something from him to be punished by hanging them by their balls. This suggests that the singer has been deeply hurt by the actions of these people and intends to make them pay for it.


Line by Line Meaning

Any royalties that I might have give to my child
If I make any money from my music, I want to make sure my child benefits from it.


I want her to know I was a singer.
I want my child to know that I pursued my passion and made music, even if I wasn't famous.


I'm gonna ride
I am going to follow my path and keep moving forward.


This desert land
Despite the challenges and obstacles, I am going to keep traveling through this unforgiving landscape.


And when the thieves that stole them get caught
When those who have taken advantage of me and my music are held accountable for their actions,


Hang them from the balls.
I hope they face severe consequences for their greed and exploitation.




Writer(s): J.m. Aguilera

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