‘Bala Perdida’ by Ángela Aguilar and Arthur Hanlon: Meaning and English Lyrics

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Ángela Aguilar teamed up with pianist and composer Arthur Hanlon to release this song, once again showcasing her vocal talent. Notably, this marks the first time since her awards show makeover that she’s appeared with long hair, stepping away from her signature short style.

The song ‘Bala Perdida’ (Stray Bullet) is about the bittersweet end of a romantic relationship, where one person feels deeply hurt but still acknowledges the love that once existed. The narrator admits to having been in love and giving everything emotionally (“me tiré en clavada”), only to be let down in the end.

While she recognizes that the other person tried, she also makes it clear it wasn’t enough—not what she truly deserved. She refers to herself as a Stray Bullet, suggesting she entered the other person’s life unexpectedly, powerfully, and left a mark they’ll never forget. There’s mourning, but no regret. She’s moving on, holding onto a few good memories, but ultimately closing that chapter for good.

In short, ‘Bala Perdida’ is a powerful reflection on lost love, unmet expectations, and the strength it takes to say goodbye—with both sorrow and pride.

‘Bala Perdida’ English Lyrics

[Verse 1]

Oh, my love
I won’t lie—I really was in love
Dove in headfirst for you
I admit, I didn’t see that coming
Oh, my love
I’ll always be your stray bullet
A sweet and bitter goodbye
The best thing you’ve ever lost in your life

[Pre-Chorus]

Now that my heart is in mourning (It’s in mourning)
I bury everything I once felt
Since this has completely expired
Goodbye—I’m not coming back here again

[Chorus]

And even though this ends here and now
I’ll admit you did what you could
But not what I truly deserved
And even though this ends here and now
I’m left with a few of your memories
The ones that once made me happy

[Verse 2]

Oh, my love
I’ll always be your stray bullet
A sweet and bitter goodbye
The best thing you’ve ever lost in your life

[Pre-Chorus]

Now that my heart is in mourning (It’s in mourning)
I bury everything I once felt

[Chorus]

And even though this ends here and now
I’ll admit you did what you could
But not what I truly deserved
And even though this ends right here
I still have a few of those memories
The ones that once made me happy

[Outro]

Oh-oh, they made me happy
They made me happy.