Una Velita Lyrics — Bad Bunny
Album: New Songs
Una Velita by Bad Bunny
[Intro]¿Cómo llegó este momento?
El año pasa volando
Pero este mes siempre se va lento
Pasa serio y amenazando
El cielo está oscureciendo
Y el viento ya está soplando
El mar se va enfureciendo
Y la montaña rezando
[Estribillo]
Ey, 'tá empezando a llover, otra ve' va a pasar
Por ahí viene tormenta, viene temporal
'Tá empezando a llover, otra ve' va a pasar
Por ahí viene tormеnta, ¿quién nos va a salvar?
[Post-Estribillo]
Ah, ah, ah-ah-ah
Ah, ah, ah-ah-ah
Ah, ah, ah-ah-ah-ah-ah
Ah-ah
Y que Dios proteja a Borinquen
En еl nombre del Padre, del Hijo
[Verso]
Y del Espíritu Santo, que Dios cuide mi canto
No quiero toldo, quiero su manto, ey
Obviamente la luz se va a ir, sabrá Dios y nunca va a volver
El puente que tardaron en construir, el río crecío' lo va a romper
Par de cancione' guardá' en el cel pa' cuando se vaya la señal
La señal ya se dio y no la quieren ver, falta que el boricua quiera despertar
No olviden la viejita de allí, que vive sola, hay que irla a ayudar
Recuerden que to' somo' de aquí, al pueblo el pueblo le toca salvar
Con el gobierno no me envíen na', que esos cabrone' lo van a esconder
Van pa' la calle, pa' fotos na' má', por mi toditos se pueden joder
Fueron cinco mil que dejaron morir y eso nunca se nos va a olvidar
La palma en la que quieren ahorcar el país un día de estos la vamo' a tumbar
[Pre-Estribillo]
Y ójala, y ójala, y ójala, y ójala que no venga, no
Y ójala, y ójala, y ójala, y ójala que no venga, no
Y ójala, y ójala, y ójala, y ójala que no venga, no
Que no venga, no, pero
[Estribillo]
'Tá empezando a llover, otra ve' va a pasar
Por ahí viene tormenta, quizás huracán
'Tá empezando a llover, otra ve' va a pasar
Por ahí viene tormenta, ¿quién nos va a salvar?
[Puente]
Dime si la quiere' pasar conmigo
Dime si la quiere' pasar conmigo
Dime si la quiere' pasar conmigo, eh-eh
Pa' no dormir solito', dormir abrazao'
A mí na' me da miedo si tú 'tás a mi la'o
Prende una velita pa' ver tu carita antes de acostarme
[Outro]
'Toy esperando a que salga el sol
A que salga el sol
Va a salir el sol, ah-ah
'Toy esperando a que salga el sol
A que salga el sol
Va a salir el sol
ENGLISH TRANSLATION FROM SPANISH:
[Intro]
How did this moment arrive?
The year flies by,
But this month always goes so slow.
It passes serious and threatening,
The sky is getting darker,
And the wind is already blowing.
The sea is growing angry,
And the mountain is praying.
[Chorus]
Hey, it's starting to rain, it'll happen again,
Here comes the storm, here comes the squall.
It's starting to rain, it'll happen again,
Here comes the storm, who's going to save us?
[Post-Chorus]
Ah, ah, ah-ah-ah
Ah, ah, ah-ah-ah
Ah, ah, ah-ah-ah-ah-ah
Ah-ah
May God protect Borinquen,
In the name of the Father, the Son,
[Verse]
And the Holy Spirit, may God protect my song.
I don’t want a tarp, I want His cloak, hey.
Obviously, the power's going to go out, who knows, it may never come back.
The bridge they took so long to build, the swollen river's going to break it.
A couple of songs saved on my phone for when the signal goes out.
The signal has already been given, but they don't want to see it, it’s just that Boricuas need to wake up.
Don’t forget the old lady over there, she lives alone, we have to help her.
Remember, we’re all from here, it’s the people's job to save the people.
Don't send me anything with the government, because those bastards will just hide it.
They just hit the streets for photos, nothing more. They can all go to hell for all I care.
Five thousand they left to die, and we’ll never forget that.
The palm tree they want to hang the country from, one of these days we’ll cut it down.
[Pre-Chorus]
And hopefully, hopefully, hopefully, hopefully it won’t come, no.
And hopefully, hopefully, hopefully, hopefully it won’t come, no.
And hopefully, hopefully, hopefully, hopefully it won’t come, no.
That it won’t come, no, but
[Chorus]
It's starting to rain, it'll happen again,
Here comes the storm, maybe a hurricane.
It's starting to rain, it'll happen again,
Here comes the storm, who's going to save us?
[Bridge]
Tell me if you want to ride it out with me,
Tell me if you want to ride it out with me,
Tell me if you want to ride it out with me, eh-eh.
So we won’t sleep alone, we’ll sleep embraced.
Nothing scares me if you're by my side.
Light a little candle so I can see your face before I fall asleep.
[Outro]
I’m waiting for the sun to rise,
For the sun to rise.
The sun will rise, ah-ah.
I’m waiting for the sun to rise,
For the sun to rise.
The sun will rise.
About “Una Velita”
Una Velita by Bad Bunny is a powerful and emotional track released on September 19, 2024, marking the seventh anniversary of the devastation caused by Hurricane María in Puerto Rico. The song is a reflection on the hardships the island faced after the disaster and serves as a call for unity and resilience among Puerto Ricans. Bad Bunny uses vivid imagery to depict the natural disasters, corrupt politics, and the community's struggle for recovery, all while expressing hope for a brighter future.- Producers: Tainy & La Paciencia
- Album: MIXTAPE PLUTO (2024)
- Release Date: September 19, 2024
- Genre: Latin Pop, Urban Latin, Pop-R&B
- Writers: Bad Bunny
Song Meanings Explained.
The song expresses both fear and hope as it addresses Puerto Rico’s constant struggle with hurricanes and political mismanagement. Bad Bunny reflects on the trauma left by Hurricane María in 2017, which devastated the island and left many without power, homes, or help. In the face of another impending storm, he questions who will save them this time, while also criticizing the government for its failure to provide adequate support during the previous disaster.[Intro]
The introduction sets a somber and reflective tone, with Bad Bunny questioning how the moment of another potential disaster has arrived. He describes how the month of the hurricane season feels unusually slow and heavy, as the sky darkens and the natural elements (wind, sea, and mountains) prepare for the coming storm. These lines evoke the anxiety felt in Puerto Rico during hurricane season.[Estribillo]
In the chorus, Bad Bunny notes the rain starting to fall, signaling the arrival of another storm. He highlights the uncertainty of the situation and asks, "Who will save us?" This line reflects the collective trauma and the sense of abandonment Puerto Ricans felt after Hurricane María.[Post-Estribillo]
The repetitive, haunting sounds ("Ah, ah, ah") following the chorus enhance the sense of vulnerability and fear. He prays for God to protect Borinquen (Puerto Rico), invoking faith as a source of comfort during these times of crisis.[Verso]
In the verse, Bad Bunny criticizes the government’s lack of accountability, referring to the thousands who were left to die after the hurricane and accusing officials of using disasters for photo opportunities. He mentions how the bridge that took years to rebuild could be destroyed again by the rising rivers. He calls on the Puerto Rican people to help each other, as the government can’t be trusted, reinforcing the theme of self-reliance and solidarity.[Pre-Estribillo]
This part is a repeated prayer, where Bad Bunny hopes the storm will not come. He repeats "ójala que no venga" (I hope it doesn’t come), reflecting the fear and uncertainty that comes with living in a hurricane-prone area.[Puente]
In a more personal moment, Bad Bunny invites someone to weather the storm together. He speaks of the comfort found in love and companionship during terrifying times. Lighting a candle ("prende una velita") to see their partner’s face before bed is symbolic of finding warmth and hope in each other during dark times.[Outro]
The song closes with Bad Bunny waiting for the sun to rise, a metaphor for the hope that better days will come after the storm. It’s an optimistic ending, where despite all the hardships, there is still faith that the sun will eventually shine again.Song Theme.
The main theme of Una Velita is resilience in the face of adversity. Bad Bunny reflects on the physical and emotional toll of natural disasters on Puerto Rico, while also criticizing the corruption and negligence of government leaders. The song encourages solidarity among Puerto Ricans and offers hope for survival and renewal after hardship. It blends fear, anger, and hope, creating a poignant reminder of the collective trauma caused by Hurricane María while looking forward to a better future.Technical Analysis.
Produced by Tainy and La Paciencia, Una Velita has a stripped-down, atmospheric sound that complements the song's heavy themes. The track mixes elements of Latin pop and urban music, with somber melodies and soft beats that allow Bad Bunny’s emotional delivery to take center stage. The use of minimalistic production gives the song a haunting, reflective quality. The contrast between the simple instrumentation and the weight of the lyrics creates a powerful listening experience, allowing the listener to focus on the gravity of the message while feeling the personal vulnerability expressed through the music.
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