Es Tarde captures the moment you finally realise a past love has lost its power over you. Juanes paints a vivid picture of closed doors and fading memories, showing how someone who once seemed unforgettable can become just another face in the crowd. The chorus’s repeated question “¿A dónde irá el amor?” feels like tossing an old photograph into the wind, trusting that time and distance will carry it away.
At its core, the song is a declaration of freedom. The narrator moves from heartbreak to self-assurance, proudly saying “Ya te olvidé” and relishing the peace that comes with letting go. The rainclouds of sorrow drift off, the sun rises, and what remains is a lesson: love can teach you to feel deeply, but it can also teach you to heal. "Es Tarde" reminds listeners that even the darkest nights end in dawn, and sometimes the best answer to a knock on the door of the past is simply, “no.”
Juanes, born Juan Esteban Aristizábal Vásquez on August 9, 1972, in Medellín, Colombia, is a celebrated Colombian musician and singer known for blending rock with Latin pop and traditional Colombian rhythms. Beginning his career in 1988 with the rock band Ekhymosis, Juanes launched a highly successful solo career in 2000 with his debut album Fíjate Bien, which earned him three Latin Grammy Awards.
Over the years, Juanes has sold over 15 million records worldwide and won 26 Latin Grammy Awards along with three Grammy Awards, establishing him as one of the best-selling Latin music artists. His international hit "La Camisa Negra" from the album Mi Sangre is widely recognized. Beyond music, Juanes is also noted for his humanitarian efforts, especially aiding Colombian victims of anti-personnel mines through his foundation, Fundación Mi Sangre.
With a career spanning more than three decades, Juanes continues to create impactful music that resonates with audiences around the world while promoting peace and social change.