Cuanto Más

The song 'Cuanto Más' by Casero delves into the complex emotions of longing and the paradoxical nature of desire in the face of disappointment and distance. The lyrics express a narrative of someone who is coming to terms with the end of a relationship, acknowledging that with time they will forget their former partner and heal. However, the present moment is filled with a contradictory sentiment where the protagonist finds themselves more attracted to their partner the more distant and disappointing the partner becomes.

This juxtaposition of emotions is a common theme in songs about unrequited love or dysfunctional relationships. The lyrics suggest a cycle of emotional turmoil where the protagonist is aware of the need to move on but is still caught in the grip of attraction, which is heightened by the partner's lack of emotional response and the looming finality of separation. The repeated lines 'Me gustas más cuanto más lejos estás' (I like you more the further away you are) and 'Cuando dices que te vas' (When you say that you're leaving) underscore the painful irony of wanting someone more as they pull away.

Casero's portrayal of this emotional conflict is relatable to many who have experienced the push and pull of a relationship on the brink of ending. The song captures the essence of wanting to hold on to someone who is already slipping away, and the self-awareness that this desire is counterintuitive. The artist uses the simplicity of the lyrics to convey a deep and universal human experience, making 'Cuanto Más' a poignant reflection on love, loss, and the complexities of the human heart.