“María” invites us on a moonlit walk through a restless city, shadowed by a woman whose biggest companion is regret. Once, María strolled these same streets turning away secret kisses; now, memories blur her sight and weigh on every step. The lyrics paint each corner with a mix of sorrow and suspense, letting learners taste vivid Spanish phrases like “pena por la ciudad” while feeling the chill of emotions left unspoken.
The twist? María is no longer among the living. She drifts beneath streetlights, a ghostly figure who “roba besos y vida” from passers-by, a chilling reminder that missed chances can haunt forever. Café Tacvba blends urban legend, romance, and cautionary tale into an upbeat alt-rock groove, making the song both catchy and haunting. It’s a Latin-rock fable about seizing the moment—or risking becoming just another story whispered on the night wind.