In 2002 El Cangri.com became Ayala's first album with international success, receiving coverage in the markets of New York and Miami. Barrio Fino was released in 2004, and the album received numerous awards, including a Premio Lo Nuestro and a Latin Billboard, as well as receiving nominations for the Latin Grammy and MTV Video Music Awards. Barrio Fino performed well in the sales charts of the United States, Latin America, Europe, and Japan. On June 5, 2007, El Cartel Records released El Cartel: The Big Boss, which was ranked as the top-selling album in Latin music genres in 2007. He promoted the album with an international tour which began in the United States and continued through Latin America, breaking attendance records in Ecuador and Bolivia. His performances have appeared on more than 70 albums, including compilations such as Mas Flow 2 and Blin Blin Vol. 1. Outside of his work as a musician, Ayala has also worked as an actor and producer. Throughout his career, he has been generally reticent to discuss his personal life, but has publicly expressed the importance of his wife and children to him.
Like You
Daddy Yankee Lyrics
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It's your boy (oh)
Daddy Yankee
All my Latinos stand up (oh)
Marcando la historia
Caminen conmigo en esta (ooh-ooh-oh)
Holla back
You know how we do, man
'Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
'Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
Straight up you're so badass, baby you hot
In the hood you feel the tension when you walk down the block
That's the reason you in my head, believe it or not
Me and you can run the world like Big Pun and Pac
'Cause you my main homie, my main shawty
Cock back hammers and bang, homie
Protecting our gauge slowly
With a girl like you, forget the nonsense
We don't give a fuck about the chicos and gossip (Dile)
Daddy Yankee, you shining right now
Come on, cap me now, I got this game locked down
What you know about big things, chrome wheels, own deals
Me and you holding it down, it's all real
Come on!
'Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
'Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
Yo
La negra tiene tumbao
Cuando camina de lado
Por la calle ocho sin miedo, we be wildin' out
Switching lanes on the freeway corriendo por miles
A little foreplay like Bonnie and Clyde in da crimen
Touching you is not a felony
How am I a player ma'
Do I look like Bill Bellamy
No te molestes yo soy tuyo na' más, hah
I'm not a player, I just crush a lot
Come on!
Tú eres la chica ideal para mí
(All I want is a girl like you)
Como tú nadie me a hecho sentir
(All I want is a girl like you)
'Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
Oh oh oh
(All I want is a girl like you)
Oh oh oh
(All I want is a boy like you)
Oh oh oh
(All I want is a girl like you)
Oh oh oh
(All I want is a boy like you)
'Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
'Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
Yeah!
All my Latinos stand up!
Caminen conmigo
Bust the floor, bossing
Daddy Yankee
Barrio Fino
And I'm proud to be Latin, man
Letting you know who's the real
King of the Jungle
Luny Tunes
The song 'Like You' by Daddy Yankee describes a fierce, attractive woman who he wants to be with. He is drawn to her because of the way she carries herself in the hood, where she exudes confidence and fearlessness. Daddy Yankee compares their potential partnership to Big Pun and Tupac, insisting that together they can run the world. He emphasizes that he is loyal to her only and that he doesn't care about the rumors and gossip that exist in their community. This song is a celebration of Latinx culture as Daddy Yankee urges fellow Latinos to join him on this journey.
The opening lyrics of the song serve as a typical introduction by Daddy Yankee to his fans, and he also shouts out to Latino people to stand up as a show of pride in their culture. The phrase ‘La negra tiene tumbao’ which means, “the Black woman has style,” is a reference to a song by renowned musical artist Celia Cruz.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo!
I am Daddy Yankee speaking to my audience.
It's your boy! (Oh)
I am introducing myself to my audience.
All my Latinos stand up! (Oh)
I am calling out to my Latino audience to show pride in their culture.
Marcando la historia
I am making history in the music industry.
Caminen conmigo en esta (Ooh-ooh-oh)
I am inviting my fans to join me on this musical journey.
Holla back
I am asking my fans to respond and engage with me.
You know how we do, man!
I am reminding my fans of our shared culture and way of life.
'Cause you're the only one for me
I am expressing my deep feelings for a special woman in my life.
(All I want is a girl like you)
I only want a romantic partner like you.
It's the way that you make me feel
I am explaining the intense emotions that this woman evokes in me.
Straight up you're so badass, baby you hot
I believe that this woman is strong, confident, and beautiful.
In the hood you feel the tension when you walk down the block
I acknowledge that this woman may face prejudice and discrimination in her community.
That's the reason you in my head, believe it or not
I am thinking about this woman all the time because she's so amazing.
Me and you can run the world like Big Pun and Pac
I believe that we as a couple can achieve great things and be legendary like these iconic rappers.
'Cause you my main homie, my main shawty
I consider this woman to be my closest friend and partner.
Cock back hammers and bang homie
I am willing to defend this woman and our love with violence if necessary.
Protecting our gauge slowly
I am willing to be patient and take things slow to protect our love.
With a girl like you, forget the nonsense
I know that this woman is worth more than any drama or negativity in our lives.
We don't give a fuck about the chicos and gossip (Dile)
We don't care about what others say or think about us.
Daddy Yankee, you shining right now
I am proud of my success and hard work in the music industry.
Come on, cap me now, I got this game locked down
I am confident in my skills and success in the music industry.
What you know about big things, chrome wheels, own deals
I am proud of my wealth and success in the music industry.
Me and you holding it down, it's all real
I am committed to this woman, and our love is genuine.
La negra tiene tumbao
This woman has a unique swagger and style.
Cuando camina de lado
I notice how this woman walks and carries herself with confidence.
Por la calle ocho sin miedo, we be wildin' out
We are not afraid to have fun and enjoy life on Calle Ocho in Miami.
Switching lanes on the freeway corriendo por miles
We are driving fast and having fun on the freeway.
A little foreplay like Bonnie and Clyde in da crimen
We have an intense and exciting relationship, like Bonnie and Clyde in their crime spree.
Touching you is not a felony
I am expressing my love for this woman, and there is nothing wrong with that.
How am I a player ma'
I am not a player, I am faithful to this woman.
Do I look like Bill Bellamy
I am not a womanizer like Bill Bellamy was portrayed in his movies.
No te molestes yo soy tuyo na' más, hah
I belong to this woman, and nobody else.
I'm not a player, I just crush a lot
I am not a player, but I have had crushes on many women before meeting this special woman.
Tu eres la chica ideal para mí
I believe that this woman is the ideal romantic partner for me.
(All I want is a girl like you)
I only want a romantic partner like you.
Como tú nadie me a hecho sentir
This woman makes me feel unique and special.
Oh oh oh
I am expressing my excitement and joy.
(All I want is a boy like you)
I am acknowledging that this woman might want a romantic partner like me.
Yeah!
I am expressing my enthusiasm for life and love.
Bust the floor, bossing
I am encouraging my fans to dance and have fun.
Barrio Fino
I am representing my culture and community through my music.
And I'm proud to be Latin, man
I am expressing my pride in my Latin heritage.
Letting you know who's the real
I am reminding everyone that I am the true king of Latin music.
King of the Jungle
I am comparing myself to the king of the jungle, a symbol of power and strength.
Luny Tunes
I am giving a shout-out to the producers of this song.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, SPIRIT TWO LATINO DY
Written by: Francisco Saldana, Ramon Ayala, Victor Cabrera
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@hailey9081
LETRA/LYRICS “Like You” Daddy Yankee
'Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
Straight up it's your bad ass baby you hot
In the hood you don't feel tension when you walk down the block
That's the reason why my head is cocked believe it or not
Me and you can rule the world like Big Pun and Pac
Cause you my main homie my main shorty
Cock back hammers and bang homie protecting our gauge slowly
With a girl like you forget the nonsense
We be the most talked about like chicas and gossip
Dile!
Daddy Yankee you shining right now
Come on cop me now I got this game locked down
What you dream about big things chrome wheels, own bills
Me and you holding it down its all real
Come on!
'Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
Yo!
La negra tiene tumbao
Cuando camina de lado
Por la calle ocho sin miedo we be wildin out
Switching lanes on the freeway corriendo por miles
A little foreplay like Bonnie and Clyde in da crimen
Flossing you is not a felony
How am I a player ma'
Do I look like bill bellamy
No te molestes yo soy tuyo na' mas
I'm not a player I just crush a lot
Come on!
Tu eres la chica ideal para mi
(All I want is a girl like you)
Como tu nadie me a hecho sentir
(All I want is a girl like you)
Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
Oh oh oh
(All I want is a girl like you)
Oh oh oh
(All I want is a boy like you)
Oh oh oh
(All I want is a girl like you)
Oh oh oh
(All I want is a boy like you)
'Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
Cause you're the only one for me
(All I want is a girl like you)
It's the way that you make me feel
(All I want is a girl like you)
@yaamigallardo2699
Por más artistas que salgan de este género urbano no llegan a los pies.
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me gustan todas soy meidy <3 💘 mi rey 👑
del genero urbano
@wiseguy3690
Todo el album de Barrio Fino es un Clasico recuerdo cuando salio en 2004 fue impresionante sin duda Daddy Yankee el King del Reggaeton. #TheBigBoss #DY #2004
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Danni-West Rap si un año inolvidable esos tiempos