Qué Mala – Lyrics Meaning in English – Los Bukis
“Qué Mala” (How Bad) is a poignant ballad by the iconic Mexican group Los Bukis. The song dives deep into the anguish of unrequited love and betrayal. It narrates the pain of giving one’s heart entirely to someone who never truly reciprocated, while grappling with the realization that where forgiveness is absent, genuine love cannot exist. With its heartfelt lyrics and emotive melody, “Qué Mala” captures the essence of heartbreak and self-reflection, resonating with anyone who has faced the bittersweet complexities of love.
Singer: Los Bukis
Que mala, que mala fuiste con migo
Yo aceptaba la vida sufrir
Y todo enfrentar pero contigo
No puedes hacer con mis sentimientos
Un papel que lleva el viento
Que sube y que cae cuando quieres
You were so cruel, so cruel to me
I accepted a life of hardship
And faced everything, but with you
You can’t treat my emotions
Like a piece of paper carried by the wind
Rising and falling whenever it suits you
Y tú lo sabes, conoces tanto de mí
Has dicho lo que me duele en el alma
Y eso era, que me mentías
And you know it, you know so much about me
You spoke of what hurts my soul
And that was it you lied to me
Y te lo digo sin más orgullo
No te perdí por que nunca te tuve
Y yo en cambio era todo tuyo
Pero que mala y aun que de veras te quiero
Comprendo que donde no hay perdón
Tampoco hay amor sinceró
I say this without pride
I didn’t lose you because you were never truly mine
Yet, I gave myself entirely to you
You were so unkind, and though I still love you
I’ve realized that where forgiveness doesn’t exist
True love cannot thrive either
Y tú lo sabes, conoces tanto de mí
Has dicho lo que me duele en el alma
Y eso era, que me mentías
And you know it, you know so much about me
You spoke of what hurts my soul
And that was it you lied to me
Y te lo digo sin más orgullo
No te perdí por que nunca te tuve
Y yo en cambio era todo tuyo
Pero que mala y aun que de veras te quiero
Comprendo que donde no hay perdón
Tampoco hay amor sinceró
I say this without pride
I didn’t lose you because you were never truly mine
Yet, I gave myself entirely to you
You were so unkind, and though I still love you
I’ve realized that where forgiveness doesn’t exist
True love cannot thrive either
