The lyrics of "El Original" by Espinoza Paz tell the story of a person who is still in love with someone who has moved on and found a new partner. The protagonist tries to convince themselves that they have overcome their love and don't cry like a child, but deep down, they still long for their ex. The song is filled with emotions of anger, jealousy, and desperation. The protagonist acknowledges that their ex is now with someone else, and they admit that they don't care if their ex gets hurt or if their own morals are compromised. They even refer to the person who has taken their place as an "idiot" or a "fool." Despite these feelings, they still claim that they were the first to have the ex-partner and therefore consider themselves the "original" love interest. Throughout the song, the protagonist questions how long their friend, who they confide in, will take to understand that their ex is no longer available. They emphasize that their ex is now in a committed relationship and seems happy, but the protagonist believes that it's all a façade, and their ex still longs for them. Overall, "El Original" portrays the emotions of a person who is trying to cope with the pain of a broken relationship and the struggles of watching their ex move on with someone new. The protagonist clings to the belief that they were the original love interest and can't let go of their feelings, despite the reality of the situation.
