“Mis Ojos Lloran Por Ti” is a 90s Latin hip-hop classic where Puerto Rican rapper Big Boy teams up with the silky voice of Ángel López to pour his heart out. Over a mellow reggaetón groove and sparkling R&B touches, the song tells the story of a love that vanished “como una estrella fugaz”—as quickly as a shooting star. The narrator is stuck replaying memories, convinced that without this love his future is a blank page and the whole world might collapse on him. Every beat is drenched in longing: he admits his mistakes, swears he was never unfaithful, and pictures himself wandering the city just to ask strangers where she might be.
At its core, the song is a plea for a second chance. Lines like “Quisiera volver a amarte… mis ojos lloran por ti” capture the raw ache of realizing too late what you had. Big Boy’s rap verses add confessional detail—comparing his ripped-out heart to torn paper—while Ángel’s soaring hooks turn that pain into an unforgettable sing-along. Together they remind us that heartbreak can feel like drowning, yet it also proves how deeply we can love. Listen closely and you will hear both regret and hope, wrapped in a rhythm that still makes people dance while they wipe away a tear. 😢🎶
Big Boy (Gustavo Roy Díaz) is a Puerto Rican singer, rapper and songwriter born in Santurce in 1975. He is a pioneer of Latin hip hop and early reggaetón culture in Puerto Rico. His career launched in 1993 with the album Mr. Big, followed by hits like Que Vayas Con Dios and the smash Mis Ojos Lloran Por Ti from 1996. That song made him a household name across Latin America.
Big Boy blends rap, reggae, Latin and Afro-Caribbean rhythms with personal storytelling. His artistic influence is still felt in modern urbano and reggaetón artists. He has been nominated for major Latin music awards including the Latin Grammy and Premio Lo Nuestro. He remains respected for shaping the sound and evolution of Puerto Rican urban music.