Los mareados

“Los mareados” by Enrique Cadícamo is a poignant tango that delves into themes of love, loss, and the bittersweet nature of parting. The song opens with a vivid scene of a woman, seemingly radiant yet consumed by sorrow, drinking and laughing to mask her pain. The narrator is struck by her beauty and the electric intensity in her eyes, which he once adored. This initial encounter sets the tone for a night steeped in melancholy and reflection.

The chorus reveals the shared sense of despair between the narrator and the woman. They find solace in alcohol, using it as a temporary escape from their troubles. The phrase “los mareados” (the dizzy ones) symbolizes their state of inebriation and emotional turmoil. Despite the judgment of others, they embrace their shared pain, acknowledging that everyone has their own burdens to bear. This night of drinking becomes a final act of camaraderie before they part ways forever.

In the final verse, the narrator reflects on the impending separation. He acknowledges that the woman will soon become a part of his past, carrying with her the remnants of their love, regret, and sorrow. The line “Tres cosas lleva mi alma herida: amor... pesar... dolor...” (Three things my wounded soul carries: love... regret... pain...) encapsulates the depth of his emotional scars. The song concludes with a sense of resignation, as the narrator laments the remnants of their once-great love, now reduced to a painful memory. “Los mareados” is a masterful exploration of the complexities of love and the heartache of letting go, set against the backdrop of a melancholic tango melody.