In Ajedrez, Spanish pop star David Bisbal turns a love story into an intense game of chess. The song paints two would-be lovers as pieces stuck on opposite squares: each move they make seems perfect yet never lands them together. Their conversations circle back to the same conclusion: we want each other but the timing is always wrong. This playful metaphor adds tension and drama, making the listener feel every near miss and almost kiss.
Like a chess clock ticking, their hearts are out of sync. When he is ready to advance, she retreats; when she says hello, he is already saying goodbye. The repeated refrain "maldito juego de ajedrez" ("cursed game of chess") captures the frustration of love ruled by bad timing and misaligned fate. Despite the catchy rhythm, the lyrics reveal a bittersweet truth: sometimes love is not about lack of feeling but about clocks that refuse to agree.
David Bisbal Ferre (born June 5, 1979) is a celebrated Spanish singer, songwriter, and actor hailing from Almería, Andalusia. Rising to fame as the runner-up of the first season of the reality show Operación Triunfo, Bisbal quickly became a prominent figure in Latin pop and ballad genres.
His debut album Corazón Latino and follow-up Bulería each sold over one million copies in Europe, earning Platinum status and cementing his international appeal. Known for his passionate vocals and energetic performances, Bisbal has toured extensively across Europe and Latin America, captivating audiences with hits like "Ave María" and "Esclavo de tus Besos." With multiple Latin Grammy Awards and over six million records sold worldwide, David Bisbal stands as one of Spain's most successful crossover artists.