Castro, the fourth of five children, was born in New York to a Puerto Rican father, Albee Castro, and Kathy, an American mother of Italian American and Jewish descent. She has two older sisters, an older brother and a younger brother and currently lives in Long Island, New York. Raquel was named after her mother's favorite actress, Raquel Welch.
Castro made her acting debut in an episode of the television series, Third Watch. She was subsequently cast as the daughter of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's characters in the 2004 film Jersey Girl, directed by Kevin Smith. She appeared in a 2005 episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit entitled "Alien" and in the independent film, Little Fugitive. In 2006, she was cast as Nicole in the music video for the Ludacris song "Runaway Love" with Mary J. Blige, where she plays an abused self-conscious girl who runs away. She later was featured in the 2007 independent film, Tracks of Color. She has a role in The Ministers (2009), starring John Leguizamo. Raquel also spent quite a few years at Michelle Ferraros Dance U.S.A with her younger brother.
She is now a contestant on The Voice and she was selected in the Blind Audition round and is being coached by Christina Aguilera. She has progressed to the first round of the Live shows.
Diary
Raquel Castro Lyrics
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When I met you I had nothing to lose
You could live without me, I could live without you
You told me all your secrets, You can tell me truth
Yeah
Now we're inseparable like the earth and the moon
You revolve around me, I revolve around you
Without us, I'd never know what I would do
I read your diary
I had to know what was in your head
If you don't talk to me, know that I'll do it again
Before there was us my heart had been crushed
Fell in love with someone I gave him my trust
He hurt me so bad and that makes you dangerous
Yeah
When I found that note from your ex-girlfriend
Started wondering what you're doing
Wondering where you've been
And why you never told me that you saw her last weekend
Yeah
I read your diary
I had to know what was in your head
If you don't talk to me know that I'll do it again
I read your diary
I had to know what was in your head
If you don't talk to me, know that I'll do it again
When I opened up the pages and started to read
It said that I was your everything
When I opened up the pages and started to read
it said that I was your everything
Whooah... I didn't know. whooah
until
I read your diary
I had to know what was in your head
If you don't talk to me know that I'll do it again
again whooah
I read your diary
I had to know what was in your head
If you don't talk to me
talk to me
know that I'll do it again
wooah
Know that I'll do it again
do it again
The lyrics to Raquel Castro's song "Diary" seem to speak deeply about the fragility of trust in a relationship. The song tells the story of a woman who has been hurt in the past and struggles to fully trust her partner. The opening lines set the tone for the song by stating that when the singer first met her partner, they both felt that they could live without each other. However, as their relationship progressed, they became inseparable.
The chorus of the song revolves around the singer reading her partner's diary because she is unable to fully trust him. This is a clear indication that she is struggling with insecurities and fears that stem from previous negative experiences. She reveals that she read his diary to find out what was in his head and to be certain that he was being honest with her. The fear of being hurt again by someone she has given her trust to is palpable in the lyrics.
In the end, the singer discovers that her partner had written that she was his everything in his diary. This realization makes her feel more confident in their relationship, but the fact remains that she had to resort to reading his diary to find out the truth. The song is a poignant reminder that trust can be a delicate and fleeting thing in any relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Woooah... woooah
An expression of wonder or amazement, possibly in reaction to the revelations discovered in the diary.
When I met you I had nothing to lose
I had no stake in risking my heart and being vulnerable with you.
You could live without me, I could live without you
We initially embarked on this relationship without it being a life or death issue for us. It was simply a choice.
You told me all your secrets, You can tell me truth
You trusted me enough to reveal to me the things that you may not have shared with others, and I expect nothing less from you moving forward.
Now we're inseparable like the earth and the moon
Our bond has strengthened so much that we can no longer imagine a life without each other.
You revolve around me, I revolve around you
Our mutual attraction and desire to be close have mutually influenced our movements and direction in life.
Without us, I'd never know what I would do
Our relationship has become so integral to my life that I do not know what I would be like without it.
I read your diary
I invaded your personal space and privacy to discover insights into your thoughts and emotions.
If you don't talk to me, know that I'll do it again
I have demonstrated my willingness to invade your privacy again if you do not communicate with me or provide me with the information I need.
Before there was us my heart had been crushed
You were able to earn my trust after I had been deeply hurt in a previous relationship.
Fell in love with someone I gave him my trust
I was vulnerable and put my faith and affection into someone who eventually betrayed and hurt me.
He hurt me so bad and that makes you dangerous
My past relationship has made me cautious and wary of anyone who may be capable of inflicting similar harm on me.
When I found that note from your ex-girlfriend
I discovered evidence or an indication that you may still have lingering feelings or connections with someone from your past.
Started wondering what you're doing, Wondering where you've been
I became increasingly suspicious, doubtful or curious about your recent activities or whereabouts.
And why you never told me that you saw her last weekend
I felt betrayed, deceived, or upset that you did not disclose information about your encounter with your ex-girlfriend.
When I opened up the pages and started to read, It said that I was your everything
Reading through your diary entries made me realize that you value and appreciate me more than I realized or anticipated.
I didn't know. whooah until, I read your diary
The content of the diary served as an eye-opener, revealing new facts or details that I was previously ignorant of.
If you don't talk to me, know that I'll do it again again whooah
I reiterate my warning that I am willing to resort to invasive or unorthodox methods to discover the truth if you withhold information or distance yourself.
Know that I'll do it again do it again wooah
I emphasize my determination or desperation to find answers or resolution, regardless of the consequences or the hurt it may cause.
Contributed by Asher K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jess Freda
I remember meeting you almost a year ago when you performed at my school. You have grown up so much as a person and an artist, you are truly an inspiration, and I can not wait to see the career that's in store for you. This is phenomenal and you are incredible. Congrats on everything you have accomplished, and everything you will accomplish, you deserve every bit of it. <3
Debi O
Ive got this on repeat. Raquel, you're amazing. been a fan for SO long <3
AriesHo
Wow! I've watched Jersey Girl over and over, and today I decided to google you. Lol. You are one amazingly talented girl!
Raquel Castro
awww im so glad you enjoyed the video! i love the concept of this song! thats why i was so happy when the writer Alyssa Bonogura let me sing it! a lot of people go through that in relationships.. over thinking, insecurity ect... glad this helped =D <3 xoo
sc1212able
This deserves so many more views, great vocals, really good video<3
Benjamin Fontanez
one word: AMAZING! this girl needs to be heard.
xDashingCRLoverx
Omg this song is amazing! I absolutely love your voice. :)
Cameron Deyell
I absolutely love you Raquel!!!! I constantly have this on reply. When are you gonna do another live Ustream?
Jukka -
We Finnish support you ;) Found you via a friend, she's a New Yorker and I can't wait for more from you. Not only the covers but something like this. Sure the groundbreaking stuff is just behind the corner. Thumbies up ish (y)
Sick Flick Productions
Oh man Raquel you have grown up so much since I first saw you in Jersey Girl. So great to see you're using your amazing talents to your highest ability :) Keep it up!