Lo Empiezo a Odiar

In 'Lo Empiezo a Odiar' by Rio, the lyrics delve into the emotional turmoil of a person who feels overshadowed by their partner's obsession with the Rolling Stones. The song opens with the protagonist's bewilderment at their partner's fainting spells whenever a Rolling Stones song plays on the radio. This reaction highlights the intense admiration and almost fanatical devotion the partner has for the band, which becomes a source of frustration and jealousy for the protagonist.

The chorus, 'Lo empiezo a odiar, uh-uh, y acabo de romper su disco en mil pedazos,' translates to 'I start to hate it, uh-uh, and I just broke their record into a thousand pieces.' This act of breaking the record symbolizes the protagonist's desperate attempt to reclaim their partner's attention and affection. The repeated line 'Atiéndeme no soy tan diferente, no soy tu Rolling Stone, quiero darte mi amor' ('Listen to me, I'm not so different, I'm not your Rolling Stone, I want to give you my love') underscores the protagonist's plea for recognition and love, contrasting their own identity with the larger-than-life image of the Rolling Stones.

The song also touches on themes of self-worth and the struggle to compete with an idealized image. The protagonist's frustration is palpable as they question how their partner could change so drastically and become so enamored with someone else. The lyrics 'Si yo le digo que es muy flaco, pues me dice así es mejor' ('If I tell her he's too skinny, she says that's better') further illustrate the partner's unwavering admiration for the band, dismissing any criticism. This dynamic creates a poignant narrative about the challenges of feeling inadequate and the lengths one might go to in order to be seen and loved for who they are.