Piché is a fascinating word here because it's a colloquialism that can mean 'I pitched' (as in baseball) or, more commonly in this context, 'I ignored' or 'I dismissed'. It's a less common, more modern slang term.
In the song, Paloma Mami sings, "Por ti piché mis instintos" (For you, I ignored my instincts). This line powerfully conveys how she disregarded her inner voice and intuition for someone else, making piché a key word for understanding her regret and the song's emotional core.
Paloma Mami's "IGO" is all about that moment when you realize a relationship has gone sour, and it's mostly because of the other person's ego. She starts by saying, "Hace tiempo he estado sola" [I've been alone for a while], and then asks, "¿Cómo es que pasamos de amarno' a odiarno'?" [How did we go from loving each other to hating each other?]. It's a relatable feeling of looking back and wondering what happened to all that love.
She's pretty clear that the love turned into a "prisión" [prison], and the connection just isn't there anymore. Even though she admits, "Admito que te extraño" [I admit I miss you], she quickly adds, "Pero estás extraño" [But you're strange] and the blunt request, "No me hagas daño con ese ego" [Don't hurt me with that ego]. It's a powerful message about putting yourself first and not letting someone's ego mess with your head. You can really feel her frustration when she says, "Por ti piché mis instintos" [Because of you I ignored my instincts] and now, "No quiero amor si va con ego" [I don't want love if it comes with ego]. It's a great song for anyone who's ever had to deal with a partner's inflated ego!
Paloma Mami, born Paloma Rocío Castillo Astorga on November 11, 1999, in Manhattan, New York, is a dynamic Chilean-American singer-songwriter known for her captivating blend of Latin R&B, reggaeton, and trap. Raised between New York and Santiago, Paloma began her music career in 2018 and quickly made history as the first Chilean artist to sign with Sony Music Latin.
With a distinct style influenced by artists like Bad Bunny and Rihanna, her debut album Sueños de Dalí (2021) earned critical acclaim and gold certification. Paloma's vibrant vocals and elegant flow have won her multiple awards, making her one of the leading voices in current Latin urban music.