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Una Noche Más paints a dramatic picture of a love that slipped through time’s fingers. Yasmin Levy sings from the perspective of an older lover who watches a youthful partner walk away, leaving her feeling the ground vanish beneath her feet. She remembers the moment of separation, questions whether she ever had anything worthwhile to offer, and recognizes that the years show no mercy. Despite the pain, she begs for one more night – even if it means being deceived again – illustrating how desire can override reason when the heart is desperate.
The plea soon transforms into a fierce curse: she wishes her ex’s heart will turn to stone and their joy will fade as her own body grows old. This mix of longing, regret, and bitterness turns the song into a passionate tango between love and resentment, showing listeners how powerful emotions can coexist in the aftermath of a broken relationship.
Yasmin Levy is an Israeli singer celebrated for reviving Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) music and blending it with flamenco and Middle Eastern influences. Born in Jerusalem, she grew up immersed in Sephardic song through her father, Yitzhak Levy, a renowned cantor and researcher who preserved Ladino repertoire.
Her performances are known for a smoky, emotive contralto and intimate arrangements that explore love, longing, and exile while connecting Iberian roots to today’s world music.
For learners of Spanish, Ladino offers a fascinating bridge to the language, letting you hear familiar vocabulary through a Sephardic lens as guitars and hand-clapped rhythms bring the stories to life.