“Vivir Sin Aire” is a passionate confession where Maná compares lost love to the impossible idea of living without air or water. Each line stacks vivid images: a fish without water, a bird without wings, a flower without soil. These comparisons paint the singer’s desperation—he feels he is drowning, gasping, unable to survive without the person he loves.
While the melody glides with Latin pop warmth, the lyrics reveal a tug-of-war between desire and frustration. The singer dreams of forgetting, locking the memory away, even “killing” the song itself, yet the heart refuses to let go. This track captures the universal struggle of trying to move on when every breath still belongs to someone else, making it an unforgettable anthem for anyone who knows the ache of impossible love.
Maná is a legendary Mexican pop rock band formed in 1986 in Guadalajara, Jalisco. Originally known as Sombrero Verde, the group gained worldwide fame with their breakthrough album ¿Dónde Jugarán Los Niños? which remains the best-selling Spanish-language rock album of all time, selling over 10 million copies globally. The band features lead vocalist Fher Olvera, drummer Alex González, guitarist Sergio Vallín, and bassist Juan Calleros.
With a sound blending Latin pop, rock en español, reggae, calypso, and ska, Maná has sold over 45 million records worldwide. They are the most successful Latin American band in history, earning four Grammy Awards, eight Latin Grammys, and numerous other accolades. Known for their dynamic live performances and socially conscious lyrics, Maná continues to impact Latin music and culture decades after their debut.