El duelo
Los Amantes De Lola Lyrics

The lyrics of Los Amantes De Lola's song El Duelo address societal expectations of masculinity and the internal struggle that individuals face in reconciling these expectations with their own emotions. The first stanza establishes the societal belief that "boys don't cry" and "men don't cry," and that they cannot lie. It suggests that these expectations prevent men from expressing their emotions truthfully and can make them feel weak if they do cry or express vulnerability.

The second stanza delves into the personal experience of the singer, where they recall the idea that men must be strong and win, that they cannot lose. However, hidden in their fears are ghosts that may not be real, but still scare them. The singer then reveals their own vulnerability, confessing that there is fragility within them that could be broken.

The chorus repeats "Hay, un duelo amor, odiándote" which translates to "There is a love duel, hating you." This line suggests a conflict between the singer's love and hatred for someone, but it is unclear who this person may be. The final stanza brings resolution as the singer acknowledges that everyone, including men, have the ability to cry and feel emotions. They find comfort in being together with someone and express the feeling of release as if a glass has been shattered, implying that they have released their emotions.