The song "Como Quiero" by Espinoza Paz tells the story of a person who has been hurt and betrayed by their partner. In the lyrics, the person addresses their ex-partner, referring to them as "desgraciada" which translates to "wretched" or "unfortunate." The narrator emphasizes their decision to not follow their ex-partner and instead prioritize their own dignity. They acknowledge feeling like they are dying inside, but they firmly state that their dignity comes first. The lyrics also reveal that while the ex-partner was being unfaithful and sleeping with someone else, the narrator was feeling sad and alone. However, ending the relationship became the solution to this situation, with someone else being in the middle of their relationship. Throughout the song, the narrator confesses that they still love their ex-partner with all their strength and that they have turned to drinking to cope with the pain. Despite this, they refuse to pursue their ex, even though it affects them deeply. Overall, "Como Quiero" is a bittersweet song about love, betrayal, and the difficult decision to prioritize one's own self-worth and dignity over a relationship that may bring pain.
