Embriago comes from the verb embriagarse, meaning "to get drunk" or "to become intoxicated". While alcohol is a central theme in the song, this specific verb is less common than other ways to express drinking.
In the lyrics, the singer says, "Cada ve' que me embriago solo deseo tu piel" (Every time I get drunk, I only desire your skin). This word highlights the protagonist's struggle with alcohol as a coping mechanism for heartbreak, making it a key emotional point in the song.
Have you ever tried to forget someone, but everything you do just makes you think of them more? That's the frustrating feeling at the heart of "Maldito Alcohol." The singer is caught in a painful cycle: he drinks to escape the memory of a past lover, but the "maldito alcohol" (damn alcohol) only makes him remember her more intensely. He asks himself how long it will take and how many drinks he'll need to finally forget her, but he feels like he's tried everything and is still stuck.
The lyrics paint a picture of a one-sided and toxic relationship. He recalls wanting to give her everything, but feeling he received nothing in return. He accuses her of being cold, deceitful, and driven by "celos y el ego" (jealousy and ego). Now, whenever he gets drunk, he's overwhelmed by the physical desire for her. He claims she only responds to him when she feels empty, suggesting they use each other to fill a void, keeping them both from moving on.