A Ti

Ricardo Arjona's song 'A Ti' is a poignant ballad that delves into the feelings of unrequited love and the pain of emotional abandonment. The lyrics are a direct address to a former lover, someone who has become distant and indifferent to the protagonist's suffering. Arjona's use of the second person 'you' throughout the song creates an intimate and confrontational atmosphere, as if he's speaking directly to the person who has wronged him. The repetition of 'A ti' (to you) emphasizes the personal nature of his message and the depth of his feelings.

The song's verses paint a picture of a relationship where the protagonist feels ignored and undervalued. He accuses the other person of being emotionally unavailable and of lacking the courage to fight for their relationship. The use of metaphors, such as covering the 'traces of my kisses with Chanel,' suggests a superficial attempt to mask the pain and move on without truly dealing with the emotional aftermath. The line 'you think with your feet out of spite' implies that the person is acting irrationally and out of hurt feelings rather than genuine desire to move forward.

Arjona's music often explores complex emotional landscapes, and 'A Ti' is no exception. The song concludes with a bittersweet acceptance that while the other person may have nothing left for him, he is still afflicted with an 'incurable syndrome' of loving them too much. This ending highlights the one-sided nature of his affection and the difficulty of letting go, even when it's clear that the love is not reciprocated. 'A Ti' is a powerful expression of longing, heartache, and the struggle to find closure in the face of indifference.