Que Me Lleve El Diablo

Lucha Villa's song 'Que Me Lleve El Diablo' delves deep into the anguish and torment of unrequited love. The lyrics express a profound sense of despair and frustration, as the protagonist grapples with the emotional turmoil caused by a love that has brought more pain than joy. The opening lines, 'Que rayos me pasa a mi / Que quiero llorar gritando,' set the tone for the song, highlighting the intense emotional distress the protagonist is experiencing. This is further emphasized by the curse placed on the love, 'Maldito sea tu amor / Como te estoy adorando,' which underscores the paradox of loving something that is simultaneously causing immense suffering.

The song's narrative reveals a sense of regret and hopelessness, as the protagonist wishes they had never been born to avoid the pain of knowing their lost love. The lines 'Pa' que te fui a conocer / Si eres un caso perdido' reflect a deep sense of futility and resignation. The return of the lost love only exacerbates the protagonist's inner conflict, as they are torn between forgiveness and condemnation. The repeated refrain, 'Si te perdono, pa' que / Si te maldigo, que gano,' encapsulates this internal struggle, highlighting the futility of both options.

The imagery of cantinas and the protagonist's descent into them symbolizes a search for solace in the depths of despair. 'Cantinas muchas cantinas / Recorro de arriba a bajo / Estoy hasta el mero fondo / No puedo caer más bajo' paints a vivid picture of someone who has hit rock bottom, seeking refuge in alcohol and the anonymity of bars. The song concludes with a resigned acceptance of their fate, 'Mejor tu sigue feliz / Y a mi que me lleve el diablo,' suggesting that the protagonist has given up on finding peace and is willing to let the devil take them, as they see no other way out of their misery.