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We Don't Talk About Bruno Lyrics – Cast



Soundtrack Album: Encanto
We Don't Talk About Bruno Text
We don't talk about Bruno, no, no, no
We don't talk about Bruno, but

It was my wedding day
It was our wedding day
We were getting ready
And there wasn't a cloud in the sky
No clouds allowed in the sky
Bruno walks in with a mischievous grin
Thunder
You telling this story or am I?
I'm sorry, mi vida, go on
Bruno says, "It looks like rain"
Why did he tell us?
In doing so, he floods my brain
Abuela, get the umbrellas
Married in a hurricane
What a joyous day but anyway

We don't talk about Bruno, no, no, no
We don't talk about Bruno

Hey, grew to live in fear of Bruno stuttering or stumbling
I can always hear him sort of muttering and mumbling
I associate him with the sound of falling sand, ch ch ch
It's a heavy lift with a gift so humbling
Always left Abuela and the family fumbling
Grappling with prophecies they couldn't understand
Do you understand?
A seven-foot frame, rats along his back
When he calls your name it all fades to black
Yeah, he sees your dreams and feasts on your screams (Hey)

We don't talk about Bruno, no, no, no
We don't talk about Bruno

He told me my fish would die, the next day, dead (No, no)
He told me I'd grow a gut and just like he said (No, no)
He said that all my hair would disappear, now, look at my head (No, no)
Your fate is sealed when your prophecy is read

He told me that the life of my dreams
Would be promised, and someday be mine
He told me that my power would grow
Like the grapes that thrive on the vine (Óye, Mariano's on his way)
He told me that the man of my dreams
Would be just out of reach
Betrothed to another
It's like I hear him, now
Hey sis, I want not a sound out of you
It's like I can hear him now, I can hear him, now

Um, Bruno
Yeah, about that Bruno
I really need to know about Bruno
Gimme the truth and the whole truth, Bruno (Isabela, your boyfriend's here)
Time for dinner
A seven-foot frame, rats along his back (It was my wedding day, it was our wedding day )
When he calls your name it all fades to black (We were getting ready and there wasn't a cloud in the sky)
Yeah, he sees your dreams and feasts on your screams (Bruno walks in with a mischievous grin)
You telling this story or am I?

Óye, Mariano's on his way
Bruno says, "It looks like rain" (He told me that the man of my dreams would be just out of reach)
In doing so, he floods my brain (Betrothed to another, another)
Married in a hurricane (And I'm fine, and I'm fine, and I'm fine, I'm fine)
He's here
Don't talk about Bruno, no
Why did I talk about Bruno?
Not a word about Bruno
I never shoulda brought up Bruno

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Encanto Album Cover

Encanto

Soundtrack Lyrics for Cartoon, 2021

Track Listing

› The Family Madrigal

Stephanie Beatriz
›Waiting On A Miracle

Stephanie Beatriz
›Surface Pressure

Jessica Darrow
›We Don't Talk About Bruno

Cast
›What Else Can I Do?

Diane Guerrero, Stephanie Beatriz
›Dos Oruguitas

Sebastián Yatra
› All Of You

›Colombia, Mi Encanto

Carlos Vives
›Two Oruguitas

Sebastián Yatra

March, 24th 2025

Lyrics Meaning and impact of "We Don’t Talk About Bruno" by Carolina Gaitán, Mauro Castillo, Adassa, Rhenzy Feliz, Diane Guerrero & Stephanie Beatriz.

We Don’t Talk About Bruno Lyrics video by Carolina Gaitán
Carolina Gaitán singing the 'We Don’t Talk About Bruno' lyrics in the music video.

Song info:

  • Featuring Artist(s): Carolina Gaitán, Mauro Castillo, Adassa, Rhenzy Feliz, Diane Guerrero & Stephanie Beatriz
  • Producer(s): Mike Elizondo, Lin-Manuel Miranda
  • Composer: Lin-Manuel Miranda
  • Writer: Lin-Manuel Miranda
  • Release Date: November 19, 2021
  • Musical Genre: Latin Pop, Cha-Cha, Soundtrack, Disney Musical
  • Album: Encanto (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
  • Track #: 4
  • Language(s): English (with Spanish influence)
  • Mood: Mysterious, Comedic, Playful
  • Tags: Disney, Colombia, Latin, Family Drama

Song meaning.

Carolina Gaitán performing song We Don’t Talk About Bruno
Performance of 'We Don’t Talk About Bruno' by Carolina Gaitán in the music video.
This now-iconic number from Encanto tiptoes cha-chas, and full-out dances around family trauma in the most toe-tapping way imaginable. Through a rich mosaic of layered vocals and perspectives, “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” becomes both an exposition device and a catchy embodiment of generational silence and superstition. Bruno, the shunned uncle with prophetic powers, is the elephant in the magical Casita. The entire family sings about him but refuses to acknowledge him. Each verse adds a fresh voice and more dramatic flare — thunderclaps, whispering rats, and fate-sealing prophecies — building a portrait of a misunderstood figure caught in the crossfire of expectation and fear.

Musical and Structural Style:

This is not a typical solo or duet — it’s a multi-character ensemble in the tradition of Broadway storytelling. Inspired by numbers like “A Weekend in the Country” (*A Little Night Music*), it layers six different characters’ lines simultaneously at the climax. It’s musically complex, emotionally resonant, and choreographed with theatrical precision.

Noteworthy Lines and Symbolism:

“Grew to live in fear of Bruno stuttering or stumbling”: Dolores’ verse reflects the fear surrounding Bruno’s every word — it’s not the man, but the truths he reveals, that disturb them. “A seven-foot frame, rats along his back”: Camilo exaggerates Bruno into a horror legend. The rats? Literal pets. The height? Dramatic license. It mirrors how rumors warp reality. “He told me that my power would grow / Like the grapes that thrive on the vine”: Isabela’s interpretation is hopeful, showing that Bruno’s visions weren’t always ominous — they were misunderstood or inconvenient. “Your fate is sealed when your prophecy is read”: This line is the emotional thesis — the family doesn’t fear Bruno; they fear destiny they can't control.

Which songs share same mysterious magic and family pressure?

Thumbnail from We Don’t Talk About Bruno lyric video by Carolina Gaitán
A screenshot from the 'We Don’t Talk About Bruno' music video, capturing the mood and meaning of the song.
  1. "Be Prepared" from The Lion King: Both songs present misunderstood or villainized characters through sinister but compelling music. Scar and Bruno are framed as threats, but deeper listening reveals layers of pain and misunderstood intentions.
  2. "One Day More" from Les Misérables: While very different in story, both songs use overlapping character narratives to build tension and expectation. They’re dramatic showpieces that juggle multiple perspectives and emotional stakes.
  3. "Poor Unfortunate Souls" from The Little Mermaid: Another theatrical number sung about someone powerful and feared — but misjudged. Ursula, like Bruno, plays a role in shaping destiny, yet is painted in shadows rather than nuance.

Questions and Answers.

Why does the family fear Bruno?
Because he represents truth they can’t control. His prophecies are neutral, but people blame him when bad things follow. It's easier to exile the messenger than face hard truths.
Is Bruno actually a villain?
No. The song cleverly misleads us, but later scenes show Bruno as kind, isolated, and misunderstood. His gift is complex, not malevolent.
Why is this song structured as an ensemble?
To show how gossip and collective bias form myths. Each family member’s view of Bruno reflects their fears or regrets, giving a full picture of family dysfunction and narrative distortion.
Scene from We Don’t Talk About Bruno track by Carolina Gaitán
Visual effects scene from 'We Don’t Talk About Bruno' enhancing the experience of the song words and music.

Which awards and chart positions did composition Achieve?

“We Don’t Talk About Bruno” made history. It became Disney’s first #1 Billboard Hot 100 hit since “A Whole New World,” earning 4x platinum certification. It topped streaming platforms globally and received critical acclaim for its complexity and replay value. It also won multiple awards, including Best Song at the Visual Media Society Awards, and was nominated for numerous film and music accolades.

Fan and Media Reactions.

The internet lost its collective mind. This wasn’t just a Disney hit — it was a viral sensation. From TikTok dance trends to choir mashups, “Bruno” became the pandemic-era family anthem of chaos, miscommunication, and misunderstood relatives.
We don’t talk about Bruno, but we *can’t stop singing* about Bruno!
@PixarPrincess
Cha-cha-cha-ing through trauma. Lin-Manuel did that.
@EncantoEnthusiast
This is the new ‘Let It Go’ — but with more gossip and less ice.
@MouseHouseHype
Disney finally gave us a song where the villain isn’t bad, just badly treated. Iconic.
@MagicalMadrigal
There’s something cathartic about yelling “no, no, no” in perfect harmony with strangers.
@MusicalTherapyFan
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