Cucala
Celia Cruz Johnny Pacheco Lyrics
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Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que ella sale
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que se hace
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que ella sabe
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que ella sale
Está moderna, es un tormento
Sabe de todo, no pierdas tiempo
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que ella sale
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que se hace
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que ella sabe
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que se hace
Está moderna, te juro mi negrito que es un tormento
Tú sabes, yo te juro, sabe de todo
Esa negrita no come cuento
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) ella sabe bailar
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) está moderna no pierdas tiempo
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) ay, yo te lo juro es un monumento
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) que cúcala, que cúcala para gozar
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) cuquita la mecanógrafa
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) sabe, sabe gozar
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) yo te lo digo no pierdas tiempo
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) ella sabe de todo es un monumento
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) cúcala, ay, sabe a bailar
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) (cúcala, cúcala, cúcala)
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) (cúcala, cúcala, cúcala)
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) cuqui sabe gozar
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) negrito ella es un monumento
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) si tú le hablas, ella está asistiendo
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) ella sabe gozar
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala)
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) cúcala, que cúcala para bailar
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) sabe del son, sabe
The song Cucala by Celia Cruz and Johnny Pacheco is a lively and upbeat salsa song that is meant to be danced to. The repetitive use of the phrase "cúcala, cúcala, cúcala" is an invitation to party and enjoy oneself. The lyrics describe a modern and confident woman who not only knows how to dance but also knows about many things. The phrase "no come cuento" suggests that she is not easily fooled or swayed by others.
The song encourages the listener to not waste time and to join in the fun, as the woman in question is a "monument" and knows how to enjoy life to the fullest. The phrase "cuqui sabe gozar" emphasizes the idea of living life to its fullest and enjoying oneself. Célia Cruz's strong and passionate vocals, combined with the lively percussion and brass instrumentation, make for a dynamic and enjoyable listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala
Repeat the word 'cucala,' which is a slang term used to refer to a woman with desirable qualities
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que ella sale
Repeat 'cucala' and add the phrase 'que ella sale,' meaning that the woman in question knows how to have a good time and is ready to do so
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que se hace
Repeat 'cucala' and add 'que se hace,' meaning that the woman in question is up to something, possibly mischievous or fun
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que ella sabe
Repeat 'cucala' and add 'que ella sabe,' meaning that the woman in question knows what she's doing and is confident in her abilities
Cúcala, cúcala, cuca, cúcala, que ella sale
Repeat 'cucala' and add 'que ella sale,' meaning that the woman in question is ready to have fun and enjoy life
Está moderna, es un tormento
The woman in question is modern and trendy, but her desirability makes her a source of frustration for others
Sabe de todo, no pierdas tiempo
The woman in question is knowledgeable and capable, so don't waste your time with anyone else
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) ella sabe bailar
Repeat 'cucala' and add that the woman in question knows how to dance
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) está moderna no pierdas tiempo
Repeat 'cucala' and add that the woman in question is modern and desirable, so don't waste your time with anyone else
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) ay, yo te lo juro es un monumento
Repeat 'cucala' and add that the woman in question is truly amazing and unique
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) que cúcala, que cúcala para gozar
Repeat 'cucala' and add that the woman in question is someone to have fun with and enjoy life
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) cuquita la mecanógrafa
Repeat 'cucala' and reference a specific woman known as 'Cuquita the typist'
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) sabe, sabe gozar
Repeat 'cucala' and add that Cuquita knows how to have fun and enjoy life
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) yo te lo digo no pierdas tiempo
Repeat 'cucala' and add that the singer is telling the listener not to waste their time with anyone else, because Cuquita is the best
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) ella sabe de todo es un monumento
Repeat 'cucala' and add that Cuquita is amazing and knowledgeable about many things
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) cúcala, ay, sabe a bailar
Repeat 'cucala' and add that Cuquita knows how to dance and enjoy life
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) cuqui sabe gozar
Repeat 'cucala' and add that Cuqui (short for Cuquita) knows how to have fun and enjoy life
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) negrito ella es un monumento
Repeat 'cucala' and add that Cuquita is a beautiful and amazing woman
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) si tú le hablas, ella está asistiendo
Repeat 'cucala' and add that if you talk to Cuquita, she is ready and willing to hang out and have fun
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) ella sabe gozar
Repeat 'cucala' and add that Cuquita knows how to enjoy life
Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) cúcala, que cúcala para bailar
Repeat 'cucala' and add that Cuquita is someone to dance and have fun with
(Cúcala, cúcala, cúcala) sabe del son, sabe
Repeat 'cucala' and add that Cuquita knows how to dance to son music, which is a popular Cuban style
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: WILFREDO FIGUEROA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@luckylouie522
SALSA 1:50
@JoseluisHernandez-gh2cl
'''"CUCALA""" cuanto me acuerdo de esa canción. A mi padre le encantaba tanto que una tarde la escuchó 14 veces jajajajaja.....viva la Reyna CELIA CRUZ!!!!
@mz4691
Yo mas que 14 veces!
@oriannadelacaridadpenacarr5948
La canción de mi tía. A cada rato la escucho acordándome de tib
@benbrownjr.7626
This song is just pure sunshine. Thank you for posting.
@wickedpawn5437
I couldn't have used better words.
@jaimevalerio6508
Creci de niño con esa canción hoy ya soy un adulto y la sigo escuchando gracias celia cruz por tú gran música y legado que nos dejaste a los salseros de corazón desde el hermoso y bello puerto de Veracruz ver México
@KatherinneCoyBarrera
Barranquilla - Colombia, Noviembre 2020 💥💃 En medio de la tormenta IOTA.
@josejoaquinpinaconcepcion9469
Esa salsa me acuerda mis años de juvemtud cuando los viernes saliamos del liceo nos ivamos para un centro cervecero a bailar salsa
@wickedpawn5437
The best Celia Cruz song of all. The live version will pull you off your chair.