“Lágrimas Negras” drips with equal parts heartbreak and salsa fire. NIA’s version keeps the classic Cuban lyrics but wraps them in bold brass, rolling piano, and her own Canary-Island sparkle. The singer begins in deep sorrow: her lover has walked away, dreams have died, and the tears that fall are “black like my life.” Instead of cursing her ex, she blesses them in her sleep, showing the listener a love so intense it hurts to the bone. The chorus pleads, “You want to leave me, I don’t want to suffer; I’ll follow you, even if it kills me.” That desperate devotion sits on top of an irresistible rhythm, turning raw pain into a dancefloor confession.
Yet a twist arrives with the “gardener” verse. One person plants a flower, another nurtures it, and the flower rightly belongs to the one who stays. In other words, if someone abandons you, they do not deserve your love. The song flips from sorrow to self-respect, inviting us to dance our way from gloom to empowerment. NIA’s voice rides the beat with playful shouts of “¡Azúcar!”, reminding us that even the darkest tears can sparkle under a salsa sun.
NIA (born Estefanía Correia González on January 2, 1994, in Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain) is a dynamic Spanish singer, songwriter, TV presenter, actress, and businesswoman. She rose to fame as the winner of Operación Triunfo 2020, captivating audiences with her powerful voice and energetic performances.
Blending genres like salsa, Latin pop, bolero, and Cubaton, NIA has collaborated with notable artists including Sebastián Yatra and Gente de Zona. Beyond music, she has showcased her talents on Spanish television and the stage, notably starring as Nala in the Spanish production of The Lion King musical. In addition, NIA has expanded her career into acting and entrepreneurship, opening her own restaurant in Madrid. Recognized for her vibrant artistry and charismatic presence, NIA continues to enchant fans across Spain and Latin America.