Y andale

The song 'Y Andale' by Antonio Aguilar, a prominent figure in Mexican ranchera music, delves into the themes of heartache and the social perceptions of coping mechanisms. The lyrics depict a person who is drinking, possibly to drown sorrows related to love issues. The repeated phrase 'Y andale' can be interpreted as an encouragement to keep going or to hurry up, which in this context might mean to continue drinking or to move on from the heartache.

The narrator is aware of the gossip that their drinking might provoke, especially among the family of the person they are pining for. There's a sense of defiance in the lyrics, as the narrator finds beauty in the act of drinking ('lindas estas borracheras'), despite the negative consequences or the judgment from others. The mention of 'vaciando botellas' (emptying bottles) suggests a deep level of consumption, which could be a metaphor for trying to empty out the feelings of pain and rejection.

The song also touches on the idea of parental protection and the desire for freedom. The line 'Pero hasta cuando dejan tus padres de andarte cuidando' suggests a longing for the person of affection to be released from their parents' watchful eyes, possibly to have a chance at love. The repeated slipping and mention of rain could symbolize bad luck or constant obstacles in the narrator's pursuit of happiness or love.