He admits that he didn't realize he loved her until she was gone, leaving him to wonder "When will she return?" despite knowing it is likely "too late". Context and Legacy 3Vlajor Dot Exec: Ken Revercomb • • Decca & Talmy

is a classic bolero popularized by the legendary Ecuadorian singer Julio Jaramillo , often called "El Ruiseñor de América" (The Nightingale of America). The song was written by the Colombian composer Edmundo Arias Vanegas and is widely celebrated for its themes of deep regret and the longing to undo a past mistake in love. Lyrics Summary and Meaning

"Si hoy fuera ayer, por Dios que no la dejo partir" ( If today were yesterday, by God I would not let her leave ).