Joaquín Sabina's song "19 Días Y 500 Noches" is a story about a failed relationship and the aftermath of heartbreak. The lyrics depict the narrator's emotions, experiences, and reflections during this difficult period. The song begins with the line "Lo nuestro duró, lo que duran dos peces de hielo en un Whisky on the rocks" which translates to "What we had lasted as long as two ice cubes in a whiskey on the rocks." This line sets the tone for the song, suggesting the short-lived nature of their relationship. The narrator reveals that instead of pretending or becoming jealous, his partner chooses to laugh. He describes himself feeling like a stray dog barking at the gates of heaven, while she leaves him with a bag of grievances, sweetness on his lips, and frost in his hair. This signifies the pain and hurt he experiences as she leaves him. The song continues to explore the narrator's struggle to move on. He acknowledges that his previous lovers were right in saying that he was the bad one in their relationships, except for this time, as he genuinely wanted to love her, but she did not feel the same. This realization adds to his heartbreak and confusion. As the narrator reminisces about his time with her, he mentions the things he did to try to win her over, such as not overwhelming her with gifts, trying not to remind her of past heartaches, and not pressuring her. However, she still chose to leave. Despite his efforts, the narrator laments that he is slowly losing himself, wasting his money and life, as he tries to forget her. He describes himself as becoming crazy and foolish, spending his nights in bars and getting involved with women who have no soul and are addicted to cocaine. The narrator reflects on how cruelly she left him, through a simple hello and goodbye, as the slamming door sounded like an interrogation mark. He suspects that forgetting him is her way of seeking revenge. He acknowledges that he does not ask for forgiveness because she no longer cares. He portrays her as someone with a haughty forehead, a loose tongue, and short skirts. The song ends with the narrator feeling abandoned, like a pair of worn-out shoes. He mentions the shattered glass of his distant glasses and how he was escorted out of a casino. He expresses great sadness, stating that he would even renounce his faith if she asked him to. The recurring theme throughout the song is the narrator's deep love for the woman, struggling to let go of her memory. The title, "19 Días Y 500 Noches", refers to the period of time it took for the narrator to learn how to forget her. It emphasizes the length and difficulty of the healing process.
