Como La Flor

The song 'Como La Flor' by Ke Personajes is a cover of the famous song originally performed by Selena, the Queen of Tejano music. The lyrics of 'Como La Flor' express the deep pain of unrequited love and the sorrow of letting go. The metaphor of a wilting flower represents the fading of love and the beauty of a relationship that has come to an end. The singer acknowledges the loss of their love and the hurt that comes with it, yet there is also an acceptance of defeat in love, as they understand that happiness wasn't found with them and perhaps another person will provide what they could not.

The song's chorus emphasizes the intensity of the love that was given ('Con tanto amor') and the inevitable decay of that love ('Se marchitó'). The repetition of these lines, along with the poignant 'Cómo me duele' ('How it hurts me'), underscores the emotional turmoil experienced by the singer. The mention of God and the idea of giving one's heart away suggests a spiritual depth to the love that was felt, making the loss even more profound. The singer doubts their ability to love again, highlighting the depth of their commitment and the extent of their heartbreak.

Despite the melancholic theme, the song includes an upbeat tempo and a call to raise 'Las manitos arriba' ('The little hands up'), which is a common phrase used to encourage audience participation during live performances. This juxtaposition of lively music with sorrowful lyrics is characteristic of many Latin songs, allowing listeners to both feel the sadness of the lyrics and find solace in the music's energy.