Miami, FL (March 13, 2025) – In 2002, the film ‘Amarte Duele,’ directed by Fernando Sariñana, burst onto the Mexican cinema scene, leaving a lasting mark on the era’s filmmaking and pop culture. The love story between Renata and Ulises, a contemporary Romeo and Juliet, resonated deeply with a generation that also found a reflection of teenage love’s complexities and emotions in the film’s soundtrack.
It was through this soundtrack that Ximena Sariñana’s talent was fully unveiled. Until then, Sariñana had primarily worked as an actress — even appearing in the film as Mariana — but she also contributed three songs that marked the beginning of her journey as the prodigious musician she would become.
Inspired by the themes of the movie and her own experiences, Ximena Sariñana, still on the cusp of adulthood, embarked on her first musical experiments. In the quest to discover her sound, yet with a clear vision, she crafted three songs that captured the power of her youthful spirit.
“Cuento,” “Mañana no es hoy,” and “Las huellas,” born in the emotional landscape of the film, laid bare her deepest feelings — broken dreams, adolescent passions, and first loves. These tracks became the perfect introduction to Ximena, an essential glimpse into the anatomy of her music.
Forgotten for years on digital platforms, Ximena Sariñana has now chosen to breathe new life into these musical gems. Re-recorded in 2025, with their original essence intact, these songs aim to captivate a new audience while commemorating a pivotal stage in her career, as the artist prepares to explore new sonic horizons.
“Cuento”: A reflection on budding love, where the singer conveys the intensity of her emotions and the desire to truly know the other person, navigating between idealization and uncertainty.
“Mañana no es hoy”: The rush of infatuation expressed through lyrics and music, capturing the impatience and urgency of love that clouds reality.
“Las huellas”: One of Ximena Sariñana’s most iconic songs, exploring the pain of a love that lingers, the difficulty of moving on, and the lasting ache that remains even when the connection fades into memory.