Despite finishing in third place, they went on to be the most successful contestants from that season. The group's debut EP, Better Together, was released in October 2013, with acoustic reworkings, Spanish versions (Juntos and Juntos Acoustic), and a remix album following a month later. Their debut single, "Miss Movin' On," was the highest-charting U.S. X Factor single at the time, a feat beaten only by each successive Fifth Harmony single.
The group's debut LP, Reflection, was released in early 2015, featuring the hits "Sledgehammer" (written by Meghan Trainor) and "Worth It," featuring rapper Kid Ink. While backstage on Taylor Swift's 1989 world tour, Cabello wrote a duet with Canadian singer/songwriter Shawn Mendes. "I Know What You Did Last Summer" was released in November 2015 and immediately hit the Billboard Top 20. Fifth Harmony's sophomore set, 7/27, was issued in 2016, supported by a world tour and the hit single "Work from Home."
Outside of Fifth Harmony, Cabello paired with rapper Machine Gun Kelly for the October 2016 single "Bad Things." Well received, the track made a slow climb toward the top of the Billboard singles chart, and ultimately garnered the singer her first Top Ten song as a solo artist. That December, Cabello announced her departure from Fifth Harmony. Following her exit, Cabello collaborated with Cashmere Cat on "Love Incredible" and Pitbull and J Balvin on "Hey Ma" from the Fate of the Furious soundtrack.
In May 2017, Cabello released her debut (non-album) solo single, the Sia Furler co-written "Crying in the Club," which peaked in the Top 40 of the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. The promotional (non-album) single,"I Have Questions," was released a few days later. She also joined Bruno Mars as the opening act on his 24K Magic World Tour. New writing and recording sessions for her album were influenced by the success of her single "Havana" featuring Young Thug, which postponed its original release date and influenced the change of the record name from “The Hurting, The Healing, The Loving.” to “Camila.”
In early 2018 she returned with her debut full-length solo album, Camila, which debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200. It featured production by Frank Dukes, Jarami, and others. Buoyed by the number one single "Havana," featuring Young Thug, and "Never Be the Same," the album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
In April 2018, Cabello embarked on the Never Be the Same Tour, her first as a solo artist. She was featured in "Sangria Wine", a song she recorded with Pharrell Williams. Cabello released the song live during her headlining tour. In May 2018, Cabello made a cameo appearance in Maroon 5's music video for "Girls Like You" featuring Cardi B. In the same month, she began performing as the opening act for American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift in her Reputation Stadium Tour in between the European leg of the Never Be the Same Tour. Cabello was featured in the remix version of "Beautiful", a song from American singer Bazzi. The song was released on August 2. On October 9, 2018, Cabello released the video single, "Consequences", having first surprised 12 of her biggest fans in advance, with a "Most Amazing Mystery Gift & Personal Letter".
On June 21, 2019, Cabello released "Señorita" with Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, along with the music video. The song debuted at number 2 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and marks Mendes' and Cabello's second collaboration, following "I Know What You Did Last Summer" released in 2015. In August, "Señorita" climbed to the number one position, making it Cabello's second single to top the Hot 100 chart as lead artist. According to the IFPI, "Señorita" was the third best-selling song of 2019 globally. She is also a part of the song "South of the Border" by Ed Sheeran along with American rapper Cardi B, released in July 2019.
In October 2018, Cabello announced she would start working on new music in the new year after the holidays. In December 2018 she was nominated for two Grammys: Best Pop Solo Performance for a live version of "Havana" and Best Pop Vocal Album for Camila. Her performance at the ceremony made her the first female Latin artist to open the show. Cabello announced her sophomore album, Romance, which released December 6th, 2019. It debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200 Chart and features two collaborations with Canadian singer-songwriter, Shawn Mendes and American Rapper, DaBaby. The fourth single, My Oh My, which featured DaBaby, has reached the top 20 in many countries and peaked at 22 on the Billboard 100 (As of March 2020).
In April 2019, it was announced that Cabello would star in an upcoming film adaptation of Cinderella, directed by Kay Cannon for Sony Pictures. Cinderella is set to be released February 5th, 2021 and will feature a soundtrack alongside the film.
Praying
Camila Cabello Lyrics
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Say it soft and it's almost like praying
It's almost like praying
It's almost like praying
It's almost like praying
It's almost like
Cabo Rojo, Corozal
San Lorenzo y San Germán
San Sebastián, mi viejo San Juan
Isabela, Maricao
Fajardo, Dorado
Hormigueros, Humacao
Luquillo, Hatillo
Vega Alta, Vega Baja
Toa Alta, Toa Baja, Mayagüez
Yes, otra vez, yes
Aguadilla, Quebradillas
Guayanilla, Juana Díaz
Y Cayey, hey
It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico)
It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico)
It's almost like
Arecibo, Guánica
Culebra, Las Piedras
Orocovis, Guayama
Gurabo, Maunabo
Aguas Buenas, Salinas
Río Grande, Sábana Grande
Yabucoa, Florida
Peñuelas, Santa Isabel
Naranjito, Barranquitas
Carolina, Aibonito, Bayamónm, hey!
Rincón, hey!
Barceloneta, Las Marías
Comerío, Moca, Ponce, Manatí, así
It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico)
It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico)
It's almost like (Yo)
Utuado, Aguada, Adjuntas y Caguas
Canóvanas, Cataño, Juncos y Lajas
Jayuya, Villalba, Arroyo, te amo
La cueva de Camuy, los baños de Coamo
Trujillo Alto, Ceiba, Ciales
La isla de Vieques, El grito de Lares
Yauco, Cidra, Añasco, Patillas
Morovis, Loíza, lo hiciste
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico)
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Lai lo le lo le, le lo le lo lai)
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico, Borinquen)
Cien por treinta y cinco la isla completa
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Sí somos Boricua, ha, ahora que se sepa)
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico, así es)
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico Ho! Ho! Ho!)
ay Puerto Rico, oh oh (ay Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico)
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Tierra linda mía, yo te quiero)
Puerto Rico, oh oh (ay Puerto Rico)
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Mi Puerto Rico, ah)
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico)
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Mi Puerto Rico, yeah)
Say it soft and it's almost like praying
The song "Praying" by Camila Cabello is an emotional tribute to the people of Puerto Rico who survived Hurricane Maria in 2017. In the first half of the song, Camila sings "Say it loud and there's music playing, Say it soft and it's almost like praying." This line captures the resilience of the Puerto Rican people who have suffered so much in the aftermath of the natural disaster. She then goes on to list the names of different areas and cities of Puerto Rico, such as Isabela, Maricao, Hormigueros, and Toa Baja. Each location mentioned is not only a reference to a specific place but also a way of acknowledging the strength and bravery of the people who live there. She repeats the line "It's almost like praying" throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of prayer and hope in difficult times.
The final part of the song is a celebration of Puerto Rico and its unique culture. Camila sings "Puerto Rico, oh oh" repeatedly while listing different cities and landmarks. The inclusion of traditional Puerto Rican phrases such as "Borinquen" and "Lai lo le lo le" adds an authentic touch to the song. The repetitive nature of the chorus reflects the resiliency and fighting spirit of the Puerto Rican people, who have overcome so much and remain proud of their heritage regardless of the hardships they have faced.
The song essentially serves as a message of hope and solidarity for Puerto Rico in the aftermath of the hurricane. By naming each location and landmark, Camila emphasizes that each area of Puerto Rico is unique and deserving of recognition, and that despite the devastation, the island and its people will rise again.
Line by Line Meaning
Say it loud and there's music playing
Expressing something with conviction and passion can create a beautiful effect.
Say it soft and it's almost like praying
Speaking softly about something with deep meaning is similar to praying.
It's almost like praying
When speaking softly about something with deep meaning, it can feel like praying.
Cabo Rojo, Corozal
Naming cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Naguabo, Guaynabo
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
San Lorenzo y San Germán
Naming yet more cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
San Sebastián, mi viejo San Juan
Naming the final city and town in Puerto Rico, including the capital, San Juan.
Isabela, Maricao
Continuation of naming cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Fajardo, Dorado
Continuation of naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Hormigueros, Humacao
Continuation of naming yet more cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Luquillo, Hatillo
Naming two more cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Vega Alta, Vega Baja
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico that are close to each other.
Toa Alta, Toa Baja, Mayagüez
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico that are close to each other, including Mayagüez.
Yes, otra vez, yes
Yes, again, yes. Repeating that the list of cities and towns is being named again.
Aguadilla, Quebradillas
Continuation of naming cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Guayanilla, Juana Díaz
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico, some of which are farther away from each other.
Y Cayey, hey
And Cayey, hey! Named the final city in this list.
It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico)
Referencing the idea from earlier that speaking softly about something with deep meaning is similar to praying, this time specifically referring to Puerto Rico.
Arecibo, Guánica
Continuation of naming cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Culebra, Las Piedras
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico, some of which are islands.
Orocovis, Guayama
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico, including a mountainous region and a coast.
Gurabo, Maunabo
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico that are farther away from each other.
Aguas Buenas, Salinas
Continuation of naming cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Río Grande, Sábana Grande
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico, including one with a big river.
Yabucoa, Florida
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico, including one that shares a name with a US state.
Peñuelas, Santa Isabel
Naming the final two cities and towns in Puerto Rico in this list.
Naranjito, Barranquitas
Continuation of naming cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Carolina, Aibonito, Bayamón, hey!
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico, including those near the capital, San Juan.
Rincón, hey!
Naming one more city and town in Puerto Rico.
Barceloneta, Las Marías
Continuation of naming cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Comerío, Moca, Ponce, Manatí, así
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico, including one with a large university and another with a name that sounds like a Spanish curse word.
It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico)
Referencing the idea from earlier that speaking softly about something with deep meaning is similar to praying, this time specifically referring to Puerto Rico.
It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico)
Referencing the idea from earlier that speaking softly about something with deep meaning is similar to praying, this time specifically referring to Puerto Rico.
It's almost like (Yo)
Saying that this idea of speaking softly about something with deep meaning being similar to praying is something that is happening to the singer herself.
Utuado, Aguada, Adjuntas y Caguas
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
Canóvanas, Cataño, Juncos y Lajas
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico, including one with a name that sounds like a type of bread.
Jayuya, Villalba, Arroyo, te amo
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico, ending with a declaration of love.
La cueva de Camuy, los baños de Coamo
Naming two specific places in Puerto Rico, one with a large natural cave system and the other with natural hot springs.
Trujillo Alto, Ceiba, Ciales
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico.
La isla de Vieques, El grito de Lares
Naming an island off the coast of Puerto Rico and a famous event in Puerto Rican history.
Yauco, Cidra, Añasco, Patillas
Naming the final cities and towns in this list.
Morovis, Loíza, lo hiciste
Naming more cities and towns in Puerto Rico, with a statement at the end that could mean 'you did it' or 'you made it.'
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization before it.
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Lai lo le lo le, le lo le lo lai)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and a phrase that doesn't have a clear meaning but sounds like a chant or a song.
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico, Borinquen)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and a reference to the island's original name given by the Taíno people.
Cien por treinta y cinco la isla completa
Saying that the island is 135 miles long and 100 miles wide, or in other words, that Puerto Rico is complete as it is.
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Sí somos Boricua, ha, ahora que se sepa)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and a statement of pride in being Puerto Rican.
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico, así es)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and a statement that this is how it is in Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico Ho! Ho! Ho!)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and a chant common in Puerto Rican culture.
ay Puerto Rico, oh oh (ay Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and an expression of endearment.
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Tierra linda mía, yo te quiero)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and a declaration of love and affection for Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico, oh oh (ay Puerto Rico)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and an expression of endearment.
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Mi Puerto Rico, ah)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and a statement that the singer considers it her Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and simply referring to Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico, oh oh (Mi Puerto Rico, yeah)
Repeating the name of the island, with a vocalization and a statement that the singer considers it her Puerto Rico and expressing enthusiasm through 'yeah.'
Say it soft and it's almost like praying
Repeating the opening line and expressing that speaking softly about something with deep meaning is similar to praying.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LEONARD BERNSTEIN, LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA, STEPHEN SONDHEIM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chris Donohue
The fact that "Shape of You" won a Grammy instead of this MASTERPIECE of a song is something I will never understand.
BobbyM
@Noor alsiyabi not if you know the meaning of this song. No way he deserved it over this.
Icy DeLight
I thought it was clear that the Grammys prioritize popularity over quality, although they have their favorite artists. If you are not amongst their protegés and you don’t have a global smash hit, your chances of winning are slim. Tbh I never thought of Grammys as a synonym of greatness. I mean… Shape of you won a Grammy and it has zero depth and it’s nothing more than a catchy song overplayed by the radio. Ed made many songs that were not even released as singles that are far superior…
Lavender Lady
She won in my book.
Tharaka Lakshan
@Noralie same billie
Ella
The fact that she wrote a song not about hate but about finding inner peace and praying that her abuser has found the same thing is absolutely amazing to me. She’s so strong for going trough everything she did and coming out of it with a good heart and good mind set.
Martin Nielsen
@Kale I respect all women.. and i expect they are been taken serious, when they claim any wrongdoing.. but if you used the time to look into this in depth.. you will realise that something is wrong..
missjacintarella
Absolutely inspiring 💯 I agree x for all the girls I love 💘
Martin Nielsen
James Hammond-Langley Student Prisons filled with innocent people if we follow your logic..
nicki minaj
she literally risked her entire career to put this song out and spread awareness of her story. what a queen🙌👑