Entregue comes from the verb entregar, which means 'to deliver'. In its reflexive form, entregarse, it takes on the more passionate meaning of 'to give oneself completely' or 'to surrender' to another person.
In this heartbreaking ballad, Gloria Estefan sings "aunque me entregue" ('even if I surrender myself'), expressing that even if she finds a new love in the future, she will never be able to fully give her heart away again. It's a beautifully tragic word that captures the feeling of a love that's impossible to forget.
Have you ever been in a relationship that you knew was over, but the other person wouldn't just say it? That's exactly what Gloria Estefan is singing about here. She tells her partner, "Eres cobarde no lo quieres admitir" (You're a coward, you don't want to admit it), and decides to end things herself. She's had enough of waiting around and feeling like she's "muriendo poco a poco frente a ti" (dying little by little in front of you).
In response to this heartbreak, she makes a huge promise to herself: "No me vuelvo a enamorar" (I won't fall in love again). But here's the twist that makes this song so powerful. In the very next breath, she admits, "sé que voy a seguir enamorada de ti" (I know I will continue to be in love with you). It's this contradiction that feels so real. She's trying to be strong and protect her heart for the future, even while knowing she can't just switch off her feelings for this person. She even wishes him well, which is both kind and incredibly sad.
Emily Marie Consuelo Estefan is a talented American singer and multi-instrumentalist born on December 5, 1994, in Miami Beach, Florida. Daughter of Cuban-American music legends Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Emily has crafted her own distinct musical identity, blending her rich cultural heritage with contemporary sounds. A Berklee College of Music graduate, she showcases her skills not only as a vocalist but also as a skilled drummer, guitarist, bassist, and keyboardist.
Emily released her debut album Take Whatever You Want in 2017, which she wrote, recorded, produced, and performed at her studio in Boston. Known for her powerful performances and authentic songwriting, she has also gained recognition as a co-host on Red Table Talk: The Estefans. Openly lesbian, Emily continues to be an inspiring advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility and creativity in music.