Estas Ganas de Llorar

Ricardo Arjona's song 'Estas Ganas de Llorar' delves deep into the emotional landscape of unrequited love, expressing the pain and helplessness felt when one's affections are not reciprocated. The lyrics poignantly capture the singer's realization that he does not possess any control over the object of his affection, from the physical to the emotional, highlighting his lack of ownership over even her desires or the past that shapes her.

The chorus of the song, 'Dueño de todo cuando sueño, Y de nada cuando tengo,' which translates to 'Owner of everything when I dream, and of nothing when I have,' encapsulates the core of the song's message. It reflects the stark contrast between the narrator's dreams and reality, where he can envision a life with his beloved in his dreams, yet in reality, he possesses nothing of her. This dichotomy emphasizes the depth of his emotional investment and the poverty of his return, making the experience of loving her both intensely rich and devastatingly poor.

The metaphorical language used throughout the song, such as wishing to be the oxygen that sneaks into her bloodstream, or being unable to control even a 'yes' or 'no' in her 'parliament,' illustrates the desperation and depth of his feelings. These lyrics not only convey his emotional state but also invite the listener to feel the weight of longing and the tickle of tears that the title suggests, 'Estas Ganas de Llorar,' or 'This Desire to Cry.' The song is a beautiful, if sorrowful, exploration of loving without being loved in return, and the emotional complexities that accompany such a journey.