“Triste” dives head-first into the whirlwind of emotions that hits when a relationship ends. Ivan Cornejo and Polo González paint a vivid picture of waking up to silence where loving texts once buzzed, replaying every memory while regional guitars echo in the background. The singer admits the hurt: he misses her “desastre,” the beautiful chaos she brought, yet he’s determined to speed through the years until the pain fades. It is a confession of raw heartbreak told with classic Mexican regional melancholy, as bottles pile up, sad music fills the truck, and every tear reminds him she was once his best friend.
Still, the track is laced with defiant optimism. Rather than drowning forever in sorrow, the narrator vows to reclaim his joy: night rides, countless drinks, and no more turning away new faces. He neither hates nor loves her now; she has become a life lesson, a bittersweet memory he will carry without letting it destroy him. “Triste” becomes an anthem for anyone who has felt shattered yet chooses to dance, sing, and live on—proving that even the saddest corridos can ignite a spark of hope.
Iván Cornejo is a dynamic American singer-songwriter born on June 5, 2004, in Riverside, California, with roots that bridge the United States and Mexico. Known for his fresh take on Regional Mexican music, Iván expertly blends traditional sounds with alternative indie and rock influences, a nod to the music his family shared during his upbringing.
Self-taught on guitar through YouTube tutorials, his breakout album Alma Vacía quickly climbed the charts, earning praise from The New York Times and hitting multiple Billboard rankings. His heartfelt songwriting, inspired by personal experiences like his early heartbreak, has connected deeply with audiences, making songs like "Está Dañada" viral sensations. With multiple number-one albums and notable collaborations, Iván Cornejo is a rising star redefining the boundaries of Latin music.