“Qué Caro Estoy Pagando” is a heartfelt confession from a man who realizes, far too late, that he fell head-over-heels for the wrong woman. Blinded by her beauty, he never noticed her true intentions: while he dreamed of lasting love, she was busy flirting in other arms. Now that she claims to be sorry, he points out the bitter irony—she laughed at him when he was devoted, and now he’s the one paying a steep emotional price for trusting her nonexistent conscience.
Refusing to stay trapped in heartbreak, the singer lays out his own remedy for moving on. His recipe is simple but vivid: alcohol to blur the memories, a lively banda to drown out the silence, a few close “plebes” (friends) for support, a bottle of Buchanan’s whisky, and one deep sigh of relief. With these ingredients, he vows to erase every trace of her from his mind, reminding us that sometimes the cost of love is high, but the cost of self-respect is higher.
José Ariel Camacho Barraza (July 8, 1992 – February 25, 2015), known as Ariel Camacho, was a talented Mexican musician, singer, and songwriter from Guamúchil, Sinaloa. He rose to fame as the lead singer and guitarist of Los Plebes del Rancho, captivating fans with his expressive twelve-string guitar playing and authentic regional Mexican sound.
Nicknamed "La Tuyía" and "El Rey de Corazones," Camacho's music blended traditional corridos with heartfelt lyrics and vivid storytelling. Despite his brief career, his influence on the regional Mexican genre has been profound, inspiring many young artists. Tragically, Ariel passed away in a car accident at just 22 years old, but his legacy continues through the enduring popularity of his songs and tribute albums honoring his unique style and talent.