The power of the Latin Soul
Dr. Calypso Lyrics


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We ain't got no money
We ain't got no girls
We don't need a fun car

We ain't got no money
We ain't got no girls
We got everything we need
We got the power of the latin soul

How do you like it?
I like it like that
What do you need it?
Just having fun

What is the feeling?
Dance all night long
What is that grooving?
Just latin soul





Singing shing-a-ling
And boogaloo

Overall Meaning

Dr. Calypso's song "The power of the Latin Soul" delves into the idea that material possessions and societal expectations do not define happiness. The repeated line of "We ain't got no money, we ain't got no girls" emphasizes that these things do not equate to fulfillment. Instead, the band focuses on the power of their Latin soul, which brings them joy and a satisfying sense of purpose.


The lyrics suggest that the Latin soul is not just about music and dance but represents a way of life. It is a state of mind that celebrates individuality and finds happiness in simple pleasures. The line "What is the feeling? Dance all night long" highlights the importance of staying true to yourself and finding joy in the present moment. The song encourages listeners to embrace their Latin soul and to take pride in their cultural heritage.


Overall, "The power of the Latin Soul" is a celebration of the Latin culture and a reminder to focus on what truly matters. It rejects the idea that material possessions define happiness and encourages listeners to find joy in the simple pleasures of life.




Line by Line Meaning

We ain't got no money
We may not have money or wealth, but that does not affect us or our happiness.


We ain't got no girls
We may not have the attention of any women, but that does not affect the joy in our hearts.


We don't need a fun car
We do not require any material possessions to have a good time and enjoy ourselves.


We got everything we need
Although we lack financial wealth and romantic partners, we do not require external sources of happiness as we have everything we need within ourselves.


We got the power of the latin soul
Our cultural identity and heritage imbue us with a certain strength and joy that cannot be found anywhere else, often referred to as the 'power of the latin soul.'


How do you like it?
Do you enjoy this music and cultural expression as much as we do?


I like it like that
Yes, we are thoroughly enjoying this experience and music.


What do you need it?
What purpose does this music and cultural expression serve for you?


Just having fun
We participate in this music and cultural expression purely for the enjoyment and pleasure it brings us, without any ulterior motive or objective.


What is the feeling?
What is the emotion being conveyed through this music and cultural expression?


Dance all night long
The music incites us to move and dance all night long, in joy and celebration of our culture.


What is that grooving?
What specific element of this music and cultural expression is causing us to feel so exuberant and joyous?


Just latin soul
It is the unique and culturally-specific identity and energy present in this music that is causing us to groove and celebrate.


Singing shing-a-ling
One specific musical element of this cultural expression is the shing-a-ling, a rhythmic vocalization that adds to the overall energy and excitement of the music.


And boogaloo
Another specific musical element of this cultural expression is the boogaloo, which typically features a fusion of different musical genres in a style that is uniquely latin.




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