Devorarte comes from the verb devorar (to devour) and literally means 'to devour you'. It's a passionate and poetic word you won't find in your average love song.
In "Cariño", the line "Quiero tanto devorarte" (I want to devour you so much) uses this intense verb to express an overwhelming, all-consuming affection and desire. It’s a powerful, evocative way to describe an attraction that feels like it could eat you whole.
In "Cariño", The Marías drift between Spanish and English to describe someone who stops them dead in their tracks. The narrator calls their crush "una obra de arte" (a work of art) and says that simply looking at them brings "paz" (peace). It is smooth, sweet, and flattering, right up until the blunt hunger kicks in: "Quiero tanto devorarte" (I want to devour you so badly). That line skips right past polite flirting and goes straight for physical passion, though she immediately doubts her nerve with "si es que soy capaz" (if I'm even capable).
For an English learner, the lyrics offer great practice with affectionate terms and casual romance. The Spanish hook repeats "cariño" (darling or honey) and "cariñito" (little darling, using the affectionate -ito ending), followed by "eres un amor" (you are a sweetheart) and "pintas en color" (you paint in color). When the track shifts into English, the tone stays just as direct: "There's something about you babe" and "I can be your babe if you won't let go." It hinges on a shared, unspoken attraction where words barely matter because, as she puts it, "you talk to me, but you already know."
The Marías are a Los Angeles indie pop group led by vocalist María Zardoya and drummer-producer Josh Conway, known for sleek, dreamy songs that blend English and Spanish. Their sound moves through dream pop, psychedelic soul, and subtle jazz touches, creating intimate, cinematic moods.
They broke out with their debut album Cinema in 2021 and returned with the acclaimed Submarine in 2024, highlighting bilingual lyrics and lush production. The band has earned GRAMMY recognition, with multiple nominations that mark their rise from cult favorites to wider acclaim. If you like stylish vocals, hypnotic grooves, and songs that slip between languages, The Marías are a perfect fit for learning Spanish through music.