Mesero Lyrics in English by Chris Lebron
Acobarda comes from the verb acobardarse, meaning to cower or get scared. It's a vivid and emotional word that describes a feeling of fear or intimidation.
In the song, the singer is desperate for his lover's kisses and sings, "Y mi corazón se acobarda" (And my heart cowers). This powerful imagery conveys his vulnerability and intense fear of rejection, making it a memorable and impactful word in the context of his longing.
Ever been so heartbroken you try to order your ex's kisses off a menu? That's exactly what Chris Lebron is doing in this song. He walks into a bar or restaurant and asks the waiter, "¿Por qué en el menú no están sus besos?" (Why aren't her kisses on the menu?). He's completely serious, saying he came "sólo por eso" (only for that). It's such a clever and dramatic way to talk about missing someone so much that nothing else can satisfy you.
His conversation with the poor waiter gets more and more intense. He demands a "botella / Que contenga besos de ella" (a bottle that contains her kisses) and doesn't care about the price. He's struggling to forget her, especially the physical memories, and even threatens to make the place "arda" (burn) if he can't have what he wants. But then he has this moment of vulnerability, asking the waiter, "¿Se ha enamorado usted?" (Have you ever been in love?), before just giving up and asking for a drink to cry. It's a perfect mix of over-the-top drama and real sadness.
