Detente paints the picture of a love stuck in a never-ending loop. The singer is caught off guard every time his ex reappears, acting as if the previous goodbye never hurt. He is tired of the emotional yo-yo: first she leaves, swearing not to return, then she shows up again without a real apology. With catchy accordion riffs behind him, he calls her out and begs her to stop if what she brings is not genuine love.
The chorus is a heartfelt ultimatum: enough mind games, no more promises that vanish like smoke. If she plans to come back, she must bring something real — un te quiero sincero. Otherwise, better stay gone. In short, the song is a lively yet vulnerable anthem about drawing the line between passion and self-respect while dancing to an irresistible norteño beat.