Usted (part. Juancho Rois)

In the song "Usted" by Diomedes Díaz, featuring Juancho Rois, the lyrics delve into the themes of love, pride, and the true value of human emotions. Diomedes Díaz, a renowned Colombian vallenato singer, uses this song to express the pain and frustration of unrequited love, while also highlighting the superficiality of material wealth compared to the richness of the soul.

The song begins with the protagonist addressing a woman who believes herself to be superior due to her wealth. She thinks that her material possessions make her the owner of the world, and she looks down on the protagonist because he lacks financial means. However, he reminds her that money is not everything and that the world is full of fleeting things. He emphasizes that the greatest wealth in life is the nobility that comes from the soul, a sentiment that she seems to have forgotten.

As the song progresses, the protagonist reflects on the possibility that the woman might one day regret her prideful attitude. He suggests that when she is older and has everything but lacks love, she might feel the pain of her choices. Despite his deep feelings for her, he resigns himself to being a "good loser," accepting her disdain with grace. He contrasts his heartfelt emotions with her coldness, suggesting that she might have been born without a soul.

The song concludes with a poignant reminder that divine justice is slow but certain. The protagonist warns that the woman might one day seek the love she discarded, only to find emptiness. He contrasts her ability to buy beautiful things with his ability to earn applause through his songs, underscoring the idea that true value lies in the intangible qualities of the heart and soul.