“La Terquedad” dives into the bittersweet drama of a love that refuses to die. Fonseca paints the picture of someone so terco - stubborn in Spanish - that he keeps replaying old messages, pretending the phone will ring, and sleeping on only one side of the bed to save space for the partner who left ten nights ago. Every corner of the shared home, every memory, even the taste of new kisses, disguises itself as a reminder of what once was.
The song is an ode to that irrational perseverance we all feel after heartbreak: the need to prove to ourselves that holding on is not a mistake, even if everyone else says otherwise. Fonseca’s warm Colombian vibes wrap this emotional tug-of-war in catchy melodies, turning painful nostalgia into a spirited anthem about the lengths we’ll go just to keep love alive in our minds.
Juan Fernando Fonseca Carrera, known simply as Fonseca, is a celebrated Colombian singer and songwriter born in Bogotá in 1979. A graduate of both Javeriana University and the prestigious Berklee College of Music, Fonseca blends traditional Colombian rhythms such as vallenato and bullerengue with contemporary Latin pop and tropipop, creating a vibrant and heartfelt sound.
Since his debut in 2002, Fonseca has released multiple successful albums, including Corazón, Ilusión, and Agustín, earning seven Latin Grammy Awards and numerous nominations. He is not only recognized for his musical talent but also for his dedication to promoting Colombian culture and peace through his art. With collaborations alongside artists like Juanes and Victor Manuelle, Fonseca continues to be a prominent voice in Latin music, captivating audiences worldwide with his passionate performances and uplifting melodies.