Acabándonos comes from the verb acabar, meaning "to finish" or "to end." The -nos ending makes it reflexive, meaning the action is being done to "us."
In this song, Mike BahĂa sings, "la rutina lentamente está acabándonos" (the routine is slowly ending us). It's a poignant way to express how the monotony of daily life is wearing down their relationship, making it a powerful and relatable word for anyone who's felt the strain of routine.
Have you ever felt like your relationship is stuck in a rut? Mike Bahia totally gets it in "La Rutina [Road]"! He sings about how "la rutina lentamente está acabándonos" [the routine is slowly ending us] and how "el tiempo asegura que la vida está matándonos" [time ensures that life is killing us]. It's a relatable feeling when everyday life starts to wear down the magic.
But instead of giving up, Mike's character is trying to reignite that spark! He's not just sitting around watching Netflix; he's going old school, renting a DVD of "La primera que vimos" [The first one we saw] to bring back those early memories. He even steals a flower, "la más linda que vi" [the prettiest one I saw], from a garden to give to his love. It's all about finding ways to remember "cĂłmo nos enamoramos" [how we fell in love] and making sure that even if things end, his partner won't forget that "algĂşn dĂa fuiste mi novia" [someday you were my girlfriend]. He wants to make the most of the present, to "aprovecharte" [take advantage of you] and "enamorarte como ante-e-es" [make you fall in love like before], just like when they were friends. It's a sweet and honest look at fighting for love against the everyday grind!
Michael Egred MejĂa, known professionally as Mike BahĂa, is a Colombian singer and songwriter born in Cali on June 27, 1987. With roots in reggaeton, urban music, pop, and reggae, Mike BahĂa first gained national attention in 2013 on the reality show La Voz Colombia, and quickly rose to international fame with hits like "Buscándote," "Estar Contigo," and "La Muñeca."
In 2017, he released his debut album Yo Soy, produced by Grammy winner Sky, showcasing collaborations with artists such as Bonny Lovy and Red Rat. Mike solidified his place in Latin music with the chart-topping single "Amantes," featuring Greeicy RendĂłn, further expanding his influence across Latin America. Known for his smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics, Mike BahĂa continues to captivate audiences worldwide, with multiple RIAA certifications recognizing his success.