Mejor Así Lyrics in English by Nil Moliner
Soldadito is the diminutive form of soldado (soldier), meaning "little soldier". The use of the diminutive adds a layer of tenderness and vulnerability to the word, making it more evocative than just "soldier".
In the song, the lyric "Como un soldadito que se muere al ver que empieza la guerra" (Like a little soldier who dies upon seeing the war begin) uses this word to paint a poignant picture of someone who has fought alongside the narrator through their struggles, only to be overwhelmed when the real battle (the end of the relationship) begins. It's a unique and emotionally charged metaphor.
Nil Moliner's "Mejor Así" [Better This Way] is a heartfelt goodbye to a significant relationship, full of vivid imagery and a touch of bittersweet acceptance. The singer looks back at a love that was both life-giving and destructive, describing their partner as "la clave para respirar" [the key to breathing] and also "un tsunami que arrasa al pasar" [a tsunami that devastates as it passes]. It's clear this person had a huge impact, changing everything and fighting for the relationship, even being "la bala que me reventó" [the bullet that blew me up].
Even though the relationship has ended, there's a deep sense of lingering affection and memory. The singer admits, "Sabemos que es mejor así" [We know it's better this way], but also confesses, "Aunque tenga ganas de escribirte cada medianoche" [Even though I want to write to you every midnight]. It's a relatable feeling of knowing something is over for the best, yet still missing the connection. The song beautifully captures the pain of moving on while cherishing the past, remembering the partner as "un día de sol que llevo tatuado en mis de sal" [a sunny day I carry tattooed in my salt].
