The song "Desamor" by Joan Manuel Serrat tells the story of a couple in their middle age who are sitting alone together at a table. They appear to be a well-meaning and nice couple, but they have reached a point where they have nothing left for each other. The couple's relationship has gone downhill due to failures, resentment, and the twists and turns of life. They sit in silence, barely acknowledging each other. The man speaks to the woman cautiously, while she looks down and mechanically plays with her spoon. There is a feeling of distance and detachment between them. At one point, the woman takes out a ring, throws it on the table, and it sounds like a lie. When the man tries to reach out to her, she withdraws her hand, using the excuse of lighting a cigarette. The lyrics portray a sense of lost love and unspoken sorrow. The song reflects on how the couple used to be in love and maybe even happy at some point. But now, they are so far apart, with nothing left to say and so much to forget. Despite their current situation, it is acknowledged that they once loved each other. In the end, the woman slowly walks towards the door and leaves the man sitting alone. He watches her leave from the café window, feeling powerless and unable to do anything. The last line suggests that the woman will be just another scene in the daily routine, as the woman cleaner will sweep away the remnants of their kisses and a strand of hair. Overall, "Desamor" portrays a melancholic reflection on lost love, failed relationships, and the passage of time. It highlights the emptiness and sadness that can accompany a relationship that has lost its spark and connection.
