What happens when someone tries to trade in a love that felt one-of-a-kind? In “Invéntame,” Mon Laferte slips into the voice of a heartbroken narrator watching an ex reinvent their life. Clothes have changed, smiles are offered to someone new, and rumors swirl that the old flame is thriving. Instead of begging for another chance, the singer throws down a daring challenge: “Go ahead, invent me. Make them love you the way I did.” It is equal parts sorrow and swagger, a lyrical eye-roll that says, “Good luck finding my magic in anybody else.”
Wrapped in Mon Laferte’s smoky vocals, the song mixes vulnerability with biting irony. Every line reminds the listener that genuine connection cannot be manufactured on command. The repeated plea to “invéntame” isn’t a request; it is a reminder that some emotions, memories, and electric touches are impossible to duplicate. By the final chorus, we feel both the sting of loss and the quiet victory of knowing that some loves remain unmatched, no matter how hard anyone tries to copy-and-paste them.
Mon Laferte (born Norma Monserrat Bustamante Laferte in 1983) is a celebrated Chilean and Mexican singer, songwriter, and painter known for her dynamic music style that spans pop, rock, bolero, and more. Originally from Viña del Mar, Chile, she began her career under her birth name before relocating to Mexico in 2007 where she embraced the stage name Mon Laferte, marking a fresh start in both her personal life and artistic journey.
With over 4.8 million equivalent album sales in Mexico alone, Mon Laferte stands as the best-selling Chilean artist of the digital era. Her powerful voice and emotive songwriting have earned her five Latin Grammy Awards and multiple nominations, placing her among the best female Latin pop artists of all time. Mon Laferte’s captivating stage presence and ability to mix genres have made her a standout figure in Latin music today.