Why
Sérgio Lyrics
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Que te está yendo
De maravilla
Que tu vida amorosa
No quedó en pausa
Como la mía
De veras que me da gusto por ti
Y a tu salud ando tomando
Pa no perder esta mala costumbre de andarte extrañando
Y no veo pa cuándo ande con alguien más
Porque lo nuestro es imposible de igualar
Y a tu salud sigo tomando
Y desde aquí quiero verte feliz, como siempre brillando
Aunque destrozado tengo el corazón
Yo me lo he ganado
Por vivo y cabrón
Ayayay
Y pura MS, viejo
Y a tu salud ando tomando
Pa' no perder esta mala costumbre de andarte extrañando
Y no veo pa cuándo ande con alguien más
Porque lo nuestro es imposible de igualar
Y a tu salud sigo tomando
Y desde aquí quiero verte feliz, como siempre brillando
Yo salí perdiendo sin tu corazón
Me quedé queriendo, pa' que se me quite
Lo vivo y cabrón
In Sergio's song "Why," the lyrics express the singer's sentiments towards a former lover who seems to be thriving in life and love while the singer's own romantic life remains stagnant. The singer expresses genuine happiness for the person they are addressing, acknowledging that they deserve to be happy. Despite their own heartbreak and longing, the singer continues to raise a toast to the person's well-being, making a reference to the "mala costumbre" (bad habit) of missing them. This highlights the bittersweet nature of the singer's emotions, as they simultaneously wish the best for the other person while grappling with their own pain.
The lyrics convey a sense of resignation and acceptance of the impossibility of their previous relationship being replicated with someone else. There is a recognition of the unique connection shared with the individual being addressed, making it challenging for the singer to envision being with anyone else. This hints at a deep emotional attachment that lingers despite the circumstances that led to their separation. The singer's vulnerability and longing are palpable as they continue to drink to the person's health and happiness, showing a mix of affection and sorrow in their words.
Through the lyrics, there is a raw honesty about the singer's emotional state, revealing a heart that is both shattered and resilient. The references to being "vivo y cabrón" (lively and tough) suggest a complex emotional landscape where the singer acknowledges their own role in the situation, even if they are suffering the consequences. This self-awareness adds depth to the portrayal of the singer's inner turmoil, showcasing a mix of strength and vulnerability that coexists within them.
The repeated refrain of drinking to the other person's health and wishing for their happiness, even as the singer acknowledges their own pain and longing, underscores the complexity of human emotions. Despite the singer feeling shattered and left wanting, there is a sense of acceptance and a desire for closure in the lyrics. The intensity of the emotions conveyed through the song captures the universal experience of heartbreak and unrequited love, resonating with listeners who have navigated similar emotional landscapes.
Line by Line Meaning
Qué bueno
It's great to hear.
Que te está yendo
That things are going well for you.
De maravilla
Absolutely wonderful.
Que tu vida amorosa
That your romantic life.
No quedó en pausa
Is not on hold.
Como la mía
Unlike mine, which is stagnant.
De veras que me da gusto por ti
Honestly, I'm truly happy for you.
Porque te mereces ser feliz
Because you deserve happiness.
Y a tu salud ando tomando
And I'm drinking to your health.
Pa no perder esta mala costumbre de andarte extrañando
To avoid losing this bad habit of missing you.
Y no veo pa cuándo ande con alguien más
And I can't see when I’ll be with someone else.
Porque lo nuestro es imposible de igualar
Because what we had is unmatched.
Y a tu salud sigo tomando
And I'm still drinking to your health.
Y desde aquí quiero verte feliz, como siempre brillando
From here, I want to see you happy, always shining.
Aunque destrozado tengo el corazón
Though my heart is shattered.
Yo me lo he ganado
I brought this on myself.
Por vivo y cabrón
For being clever and careless.
Ayayay
Oh, how painful.
Y pura MS, viejo
And cheers to the music, my friend.
Y a tu salud ando tomando
And I'm drinking to your health.
Pa' no perder esta mala costumbre de andarte extrañando
To keep from giving up this habit of missing you.
Y no veo pa cuándo ande con alguien más
And I don’t know when I’ll be with anyone else.
Porque lo nuestro es imposible de igualar
Because what we had is unbeatable.
Y a tu salud sigo tomando
And I continue to toast to your health.
Y desde aquí quiero verte feliz, como siempre brillando
From afar, I hope to see you happy, always sparkling.
Yo salí perdiendo sin tu corazón
I've lost without your heart.
Me quedé queriendo, pa' que se me quite
I remained longing, hoping it will fade.
Lo vivo y cabrón
For being shrewd and reckless.
Lyrics © LM PUBLISHING
Written by: Omar Robles, Ramon Alejandro Hernandez Ceballos
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ReinierDirkvanVeelen
What a great song is this
@derrickclark7392
I luv the piano playing on this 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@dfreeman120
Don Freeman here. Thx, I played the piano and wrote this song with Mike Sembello. Peace.
@carlac9782
RIP Sergio Mendes.
@francescochelini9420
This song has been written by Michael Sembello and Don Freeman.
Stevie Wonder wrote two songs for this album but not this one
@MaryEssence
If im not mistaken this song has been written by Stevie Wonder !
@SOUNDROTATION
Nope. On this album, Stevie wrote Love City and The Real Thing
@dfreeman120
Don Freeman here. I co-wrote this song with Michael Sembello. Thx ❤
@macrae6135
@@dfreeman120this is a fantastic song! definitely one of my favorites 😁
@zebop
@@dfreeman120And what a wonderful song