In “La Distancia”, Colombian pop sensation Manuel Medrano turns longing into poetry. The singer reminisces about the electric warmth of a past love: the feel of her skin, the safety of her hugs, and the way her hands once swept his troubles away. Even though miles now separate them, every kiss still lives vividly in his mind, and he aches to relive those moments. The verses paint a bittersweet picture of someone replaying memories like their favorite song, finding comfort in the hope that their connection is strong enough to survive time and space.
Yet this isn’t just a lament—it is a promise wrapped in optimism. Medrano imagines a rendezvous “allá en el futuro,” a place where nobody knows them and distance itself becomes the cure for yesterday’s mistakes. He believes that when their eyes meet again, it will feel as though nothing ever ended. The song invites listeners to believe that real love can pause, stretch, and bend, but it never truly breaks. It is an anthem for anyone who keeps a tender flame alive across the miles, trusting that one day the reunion will be just as magical as the very first touch.
Manuel Medrano is a talented Colombian singer, songwriter, and musician born in Cartagena in 1987. Starting his musical journey with a guitar he received as a consequence of failing a school year, Manuel began writing songs at the age of 16, blending romantic melodies with diverse Latin American influences.
Since his breakthrough with hits like "Afuera del planeta" and the viral "Bajo el agua," Manuel’s soulful pop music has captivated audiences across Colombia and beyond. Signed to Warner Music, he won two Latin Grammy Awards in 2016, including Best New Artist and Best Singer-Songwriter Album, confirming his place among Latin America’s most enchanting voices.