Camila’s “Mientes” (“You Lie”) is a heartfelt soundtrack for that moment when the fog finally lifts after a toxic relationship. The narrator remembers how their partner burst into their life, sparked excitement, then cruelly snuffed it out. By admitting “me hiciste indispensable” (you made yourself indispensable) and “con los ojos cerrados te seguí” (I followed you with my eyes closed), he shows how completely he trusted… and how deeply he got burned. The chorus delivers the gut-punch: the partner lies, causes pain, then asks for forgiveness, while the narrator realizes he no longer even wants to feel.
Yet the song is far from hopeless. Each soaring note marks a step toward freedom. When Camila repeats “hoy estoy mejor sin ti” (today I’m better without you), it’s a triumphant self-reminder that time heals and clarity arrives. “Mientes” transforms heartbreak into empowerment, inviting listeners to sing out, let go of the past, and reclaim the time they lost.
Karla Camila Cabello Estrabao, known professionally as Camila Cabello, is a Mexican-American singer and songwriter who first rose to fame as a member of the hit girl group Fifth Harmony. Born in Havana, Cuba, and raised in Mexico City, Camila proudly embraces her Cuban-Mexican heritage, which deeply influences her music style blending pop and Latin sounds.
After leaving Fifth Harmony in 2016, Camila launched a highly successful solo career with her debut album Camila in 2018, featuring the global hit "Havana." She has since released multiple chart-topping albums and singles, earning accolades including Latin Grammy Awards and American Music Awards. Camila’s heartfelt lyrics and vibrant performances continue to captivate fans worldwide, making her one of the defining voices of her generation.