"Qué Pena Me Da" by Jesse & Joy is a song about heartbreak and disappointment in a relationship. The lyrics express the sadness and regret felt by the narrator after experiencing a failed romance. The song starts by acknowledging the complicated nature of regret, with the line "El hubiera es complicado, ahora es cosa del pasado" (The 'what ifs' are complicated, now they're a thing of the past). The narrator mourns the lost intimate conversations they used to have, which are now buried under the bed. The chorus "Que pena me da, que pena me da" (What a pity it is, what a pity it is) emphasizes the feeling of sadness. It suggests that the person who caused the heartbreak didn't care enough and treated the narrator poorly, leading to their pain and suffering. The lyrics also urge the other person not to forget anything, but not to seek revenge. The love they once had is now fragmented into pieces, and the narrator suggests finding solace in someone else's arms. The bridge of the song highlights the narrator's realization that the relationship was almost perfect and they fell in love. However, the other person was casual in their actions, deceiving the narrator while looking them in the eye. The lyrics express a sense of acceptance that the other person will miss out on a great love. As the song progresses, the narrator tells the person to never come back, as they are better off without them. The other person lacked the courage to truly feel love and sought adventures, while the narrator is capable of wild and crazy acts themselves. Ultimately, the chorus repeats, emphasizing the regret and pity the narrator feels. They believe the other person will regret losing the love they had together. The song concludes with the narrator expressing their sadness with the repetition of "Que pena me da, que penita me da" (What a pity it is, what a little pity it is). Overall, "Qué Pena Me Da" tells the story of heartbreak and disappointment due to a failed relationship. It explores the emotions of regret, sadness, and acceptance, while highlighting the narrator's strength and ability to move on.
