Cartas Sobre La Mesa Lyrics in English by Gilberto Santa Rosa
Flechó comes from the verb flechar, which literally means 'to shoot an arrow' or 'to pierce with an arrow'. It's a vivid and somewhat dramatic word that isn't used in everyday conversation.
In the context of this song, it refers to Cupid's arrow, symbolizing falling in love suddenly and unexpectedly. The line "No sé cómo ni cuándo Cupido me flechó" (I don't know how or when Cupid shot me with an arrow) perfectly captures the feeling of being struck by love, making it a memorable and engaging word choice.
Ever had a secret crush on a friend? Gilberto Santa Rosa's salsa hit "Cartas Sobre La Mesa" is all about that nerve-wracking moment. The title literally means "Cards on the Table," an expression for being completely honest and hiding nothing. The singer has fallen for his friend and can't pretend anymore. He confesses that not speaking up is "consuming" him, and he's decided it's time to risk it all.
He's tired of just being friends, declaring, "I want to confess that your friendship no longer interests me." He believes his friend feels the same way, even if she's afraid of ruining what they have. He urges them to be direct and see what happens, arguing that as adults, they don't need to wait. It's a bold, passionate call to stop guessing and lay all their feelings out in the open, even if it gets a little messy.
