“Te Quería” is Lido Pimienta’s fiery goodbye letter to someone who took her love for granted. The Colombian-Canadian artist sings from the perspective of a giver who “planted the seeds,” “watered what you planted,” and even handed over her pearls, only to discover the other person never truly cared. The lyrics swing between bittersweet nostalgia and blunt confrontation, capturing that startling moment when you realize you were investing in a one-sided relationship. Repetition of lines like “Yo te miraba” and “Yo te boté” mirrors the cycle of hope, doubt, and ultimate release, while the vibrant, spiraling vocals echo the emotional roller coaster.
At its heart, the song is about reclaiming power and self-worth. After cataloging all she sacrificed, Lido flips the script: “Déjame… Aléjate… Yo te boté.” Those commands become a triumphant mantra of liberation, turning heartbreak into a celebration of boundaries. Listeners are left with a punchy reminder that loving someone does not mean losing yourself— and that walking away can be the most loving act of all.