Por Qué Me Fui A Enamorar De Ti wraps Mon Laferte’s unmistakable drama and Latin flair into a tale of love that was doomed from the start. In just a handful of verses she pleads for five more minutes, confesses her “enfermedad” of longing, and tries to devour her lover’s heart before they slip away. The Chilean-Mexican artist paints forbidden romance like an addictive flavor you know is bad for you but still crave, mixing raw vocals with lyrics that bounce between desire and despair.
The song’s core question – Why did I fall in love if I knew it was forbidden? – echoes throughout. Mon weighs the thrill of secrecy against the pain it causes, admitting both lovers are guilty of giving in. She feels herself turning into a shadow, yet the allure of the clandestine keeps pulling her back. In the end she recognizes that, rules aside, their connection is undeniably real. It is a bittersweet anthem for anyone who has ever tasted off-limits passion and discovered that breaking the rules can hurt just as intensely as it excites.
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.