Danny Ocean, the Venezuelan hit-maker behind global earworms like Me Rehúso, turns inward in A Mi También Me Duele — “It hurts me too.” Over a laid-back beat that feels like a late-night drive, he rewinds the tape of a relationship that slipped from friendship into rivalry. The singer wonders what would have happened “si yo hubiese puesto un poco de mi parte” (if I had done my part) and paints a relatable picture of two people who were once completely themselves with each other, yet somehow ended up on opposite sides. His repeated line “Fui yo tan yo contigo, tú fuiste tan tú conmigo” is both a celebration of authenticity and an admission that honesty alone is not always enough to keep love safe.
At its heart, the song is about shared pain, mixed signals, and the hope of a do-over. Danny calls out the sting of “I love you” said only when convenient, the frustration of a partner who “doesn’t know what they want,” and the ache of realizing how much both players are actually hurting. Still, he leaves the door open with a hopeful invitation: “¿Y si volvemos… maduramos?” (“What if we come back and grow up?”). The result is a bittersweet, groove-filled confession that reminds learners that sometimes speaking from the heart means admitting fault, asking for empathy, and daring to imagine a wiser second chance.
Danny Ocean (born Daniel Alejandro Morales Reyes on May 5, 1992, in Caracas, Venezuela) is a renowned Venezuelan singer, songwriter, and record producer. He began his musical journey in 2009, gaining initial recognition through his YouTube channel.
Danny Ocean skyrocketed to international fame with his hit single "Me Rehúso," released in 2016, which blends elements of reggaeton, dance-pop, and Latin pop. The song's success is marked by multi-platinum certifications across Latin America, the United States, and Europe. Over the years, Ocean has collaborated with globally acclaimed artists such as David Guetta, Skrillex, and Ed Sheeran, establishing himself as a versatile and influential figure in the Latin music scene.