Hace Un Año

Antonio Aguilar's 'Hace Un Año' is a poignant song that delves into the themes of heartbreak and betrayal. The lyrics tell the story of someone reflecting on the anniversary of a past love, which was once a source of joy but has since turned into a source of pain. Aguilar's emotive delivery of the lyrics adds depth to the narrative of lost love and the struggle to move on.

The song begins with the protagonist reminiscing about the time when they were happily in love, a time that now seems distant and irretrievable. The mention of betrayal ('Mi cariño lo pagaste con traiciones') highlights the pain of being deceived by someone they trusted deeply. The lyrics express a sense of injustice and the harsh realization that the love they gave was not reciprocated in kind. This betrayal has left the protagonist with 'cruel disappointments,' and they grapple with the desire to forget the person who hurt them.

As the song progresses, the protagonist acknowledges the futility of trying to drown their sorrows and erase the memories of their former lover. The line 'Pero es inútil que borracho más y más me he de acordar' suggests that no amount of drinking can truly erase the pain they feel. The song concludes with a reflection on the nature of time as a 'justiciero y vengador' (just and avenging), implying that the one who caused the heartache will eventually face their own loneliness and longing for love. Aguilar's 'Hace Un Año' is a classic example of a ranchera, a genre known for its expressive portrayal of emotion, particularly the trials of love and heartbreak.