Llorarás Lyrics in English by Oscar D'León
Bandolera is the feminine form of bandolero, meaning a bandit or outlaw. It's a colorful, old-fashioned word that evokes images of romanticized rogues, and you won't find it in most pop songs.
In this salsa classic, the singer hurls this accusation at his ex-lover after a painful breakup, comparing her cruel actions to those of a heartless thief. It captures his mix of anger and bravado, dramatically labeling her as the villain who stole his peace and will now pay the price.
This is one of the all-time great salsa songs for getting over a broken heart! Oscar D'León starts by telling someone he's done chasing them. He sings, "Sé que tú no quieres, que yo a ti te quiera / Siempre tú me esquivas de alguna manera" [I know you don't want me to love you / You always avoid me somehow]. He's tired of the games and the suffering.
But this isn't a sad song. It's a warning! He turns the tables and predicts exactly what will happen to the person who hurt him: "Llorarás y llorarás sin alguien que te consuele" [You will cry and cry without anyone to console you]. He's sure that one day she'll feel the same pain, and when she comes back asking for forgiveness, his heart won't even remember her. The best part is his triumphant declaration, "Ahora el que ríe soy yo" [Now the one who laughs is me]. It’s a powerful and danceable track about taking your happiness back.
