Wrapped
Estefan Gloria Lyrics


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I keep every tear like an ocean
For everyday that my fortune
Kept me from being with you

I cradle your faith that reveals me
Grows like a flower, then heals me
Fills me with promise anew
I carry you on disillusion
When my pathetic confusion
Kept me from speaking the truth

Simply a coin in your fountain
Lost like the seconds I'm counting
'Til I am closer to you

I cherish every morning that found us
With the night scattered around us
Faded and painting me blue
I carry your joy in my footsteps
Making my way to your harbor
I don't need to go any further
You are my sun and my moon

Wrapped in your arms where it's peaceful
Back in your arms where I'm happy
I would do anything gladly
Only to see you again

Wrapped in your arms I can wander
Up to the heaven's above me
Hearing you say that you love me
Back in your arms where I'm free

Keep every phrase barely spoken
Left from your lips
They have broken
Free as you give me your love

The yearning is constant and steady
When I'm with you
I'm already
Everything I can become

I cherish every morning that found us
With the night scattered around us
Faded and painting me blue
I carry your joy in my footsteps
Making my way to your harbor
I don't need to go any further
You are my sun and my moon

Wrapped in your arms where it's peaceful
Back in your arms where I'm happy
I would do anything gladly
Only to see you again

Wrapped in your arms I can wander
Up to the heaven's above me
Hearing you say that you love me
Back in your arms where I'm free

Wrapped in your arms where it's peaceful
Back in your arms where I'm happy
I would do anything gladly
Only to see you again

Wrapped in your arms I can wander
Up to the heaven's above me




Hearing you say that you love me
Back in your arms where I'm free

Overall Meaning

In “Wrapped,” singer Gloria Estefan explores the longing and yearning that can accompany physical distance from a loved one. The opening lyrics describe a deep emotional connection: the singer keeps every tear she sheds, and values every moment of fortune that has kept her from being with the person she loves. She carries their faith and feels healed by it, and takes comfort in their memory even when she is confused or misguided. The repeated refrain of the song expresses a desire to be “wrapped” in the arms of the beloved once again, to experience peace, happiness, and freedom.


Throughout the lyrics, Gloria Estefan uses metaphors to describe the singer’s emotions and experiences. Tears are compared to an ocean, faith is like a growing and healing flower, and the beloved is both sun and moon. There is a sense of time passing, with the singer counting seconds and cherishing the scattered moments when they were with their loved one. The phrase “when I’m with you / I’m already / everything I can become” suggests that the love between the two people is powerful and transformative, giving them a sense of purpose and direction.


In terms of the music, “Wrapped” has an upbeat, salsa-inspired rhythm that seems to reinforce the idea of movement and momentum. The chorus is catchy and memorable, and the use of harmonies and backing vocals adds depth to Estefan’s voice. Overall, the song is a testament to the power of love and connection, even when physical distances or other barriers exist between people.


Line by Line Meaning

I keep every tear like an ocean
I hold onto every tear that I have shed because of missing you, it feels like an endless sea.


For everyday that my fortune kept me from being with you
My luck has often prevented me from being with you.


I cradle your faith that reveals me
I treasure the trust you have in me, it shows me who I truly am.


Grows like a flower, then heals me
Just like a flower, your faith and love nourish me and help me heal from any pain.


Fills me with promise anew
It gives me hope for the future and the potential of what we could be.


I carry you on disillusion
I hold onto the memory of you even when I'm feeling lost and uncertain.


When my pathetic confusion kept me from speaking the truth
When my own confusion and weakness prevented me from being honest with you.


Simply a coin in your fountain
I feel insignificant, like a small offering in the bigger picture of your life.


Lost like the seconds I'm counting
My time feels fleeting and I'm constantly aware of how much I'm missing you.


'Til I am closer to you
Until the day comes where I can be close to you again.


I cherish every morning that found us
I hold dearly the memories of every morning we spent together.


With the night scattered around us
Even when it was dark outside, you made me feel safe and warm.


Faded and painting me blue
As those memories fade, it leaves a sense of sadness and longing behind.


I carry your joy in my footsteps
I take your happiness with me wherever I go and let it guide me.


Making my way to your harbor
I'm traveling towards you, towards the place where I feel most at home.


I don't need to go any further
I don't need to look for anything more than what I have with you.


You are my sun and my moon
You are everything to me, just like the sun and the moon both serve a necessary purpose.


Wrapped in your arms where it's peaceful
Being held by you is the only place where I feel truly at peace.


Back in your arms where I'm happy
Being reunited with you is the only thing that will truly make me happy.


I would do anything gladly
I would do whatever it takes to be with you, with no hesitation.


Only to see you again
My only desire is to be by your side once more.


Wrapped in your arms I can wander
When you hold me, I feel free to wander and explore the world with you.


Up to the heaven's above me
We can go anywhere and do anything together, even up to the heavens themselves.


Hearing you say that you love me
Your words of love make me feel cherished and wanted.


Back in your arms where I'm free
I feel completely unburdened and free when I'm in your loving embrace.


Keep every phrase barely spoken
I hold onto every word you've ever said, even the ones you didn't mean to say.


Left from your lips
I keep your words close to my heart, never forgetting the sound of your voice.


They have broken free as you give me your love
Your love has freed me from the pain of those broken promises and unspoken words.


The yearning is constant and steady
I constantly long for you and that desire never fades.


When I'm with you I'm already
When I'm with you, any emptiness or longing disappears and I feel whole again.


Everything I can become
I feel like I can accomplish anything when I'm with you, and that you bring out the best version of myself.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GIAN MARCO ZIGNAGO ALCOVER, GLORIA M. ESTEFAN

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Wrapped
Gloria Estefan

I keep every tear like an ocean
For everyday that my fortune
Kept me from being with you

I cradle your faith that reveals me
Grows like a flower, then heals me
Fills me with promise anew

I carry you on disillusion
When my pathetic confusion
Kept me from speaking the truth

Simply a coin in your fountain
Lost like the seconds I'm counting
'Til I am closer to you

I cherish every morning that found us
With the night scattered around us
Faded and painting me blue
I carry your joy in my footsteps
Making my way to your harbor
I don't need to go any further
You are my sun and my moon

Wrapped in your arms where it's peaceful
Back in your arms where I'm happy
I would do anything gladly
Only to see you again

Wrapped in your arms I can wander
Up to the heaven's above me
Hearing you say that you love me
Back in your arms where I'm free

Keep every phrase barely spoken
Left from your lips
They have broken
Free as you give me your love

The yearning is constant and steady
When I'm with you
I'm already
Everything I can become

I cherish every morning that found us
With the night scattered around us
Faded and painting me blue
I carry your joy in my footsteps
Making my way to your harbor
I don't need to go any further
You are my sun and my moon

Wrapped in your arms where it's peaceful
Back in your arms where I'm happy
I would do anything gladly
Only to see you again

Wrapped in your arms I can wander
Up to the heaven's above me
Hearing you say that you love me
Back in your arms where I'm free

Wrapped in your arms where it's peaceful
Back in your arms where I'm happy
I would do anything gladly
Only to see you again

Wrapped in your arms I can wander
Up to the heaven's above me
Hearing you say that you love me
Back in your arms where I'm free

Written by: GIAN MARCO ZIGNAGO ALCOVER, GLORIA M. ESTEFAN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Foreign Imported Productions & Publishing



Камила Бейсенбай

I keep every tear like an ocean
For everyday that my fortune
Kept me from being with you

I cradle your faith that reveals me
Grows like a flower, then heals me
Fills me with promise anew

I carry you on disillusion 
When my pathetic confusion
Kept me from speaking the truth

Simply a coin in your fountain 
Lost like the seconds I'm counting 
'Til I am closer to you

I cherish every morning that found us
With the night scattered around us
Faded and painting me blue
I carry your joy in my footsteps
Making my way to your harbor
I don't need to go any further
You are my sun and my moon

Wrapped in your arms where it's peaceful
Back in your arms where I'm happy
I would do anything gladly 
Only to see you again

Wrapped in your arms I can wander
Up to the heaven's above me
Hearing you say that you love me
Back in your arms where I'm free

Keep every phrase barely spoken
Left from your lips
They have broken
Free as you give me your love

The yearning is constant and steady
When I'm with you 
I'm already
Everything I can become

I cherish every morning that found us
With the night scattered around us
Faded and painting me blue
I carry your joy in my footsteps
Making my way to your harbor
I don't need to go any further
You are my sun and my moon

Wrapped in your arms where it's peaceful
Back in your arms where I'm happy
I would do anything gladly 
Only to see you again

Wrapped in your arms I can wander
Up to the heaven's above me
Hearing you say that you love me
Back in your arms where I'm free

Wrapped in your arms where it's peaceful
Back in your arms where I'm happy
I would do anything gladly 
Only to see you again

Wrapped in your arms I can wander
Up to the heaven's above me
Hearing you say that you love me
Back in your arms where I'm free



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Cassandra Nnadi

It's 2023 and I still get chills from this song! Amazing 🥰🥰🥰

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Similar thing happened to me yesterday....It opened a blocked memory. Heard the Spanish version and it stuck in my brain on a loop. Finally found it

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I last heard this song in 2013 since then have been looking for it

alexandra bulka

My mom was used to love your songs, now she passed away and I'm still listening your songs to remember me fabulous moments that I've passed with my lovely mom! This song was her favorite one <3 
Thank you for giving me moments as this one that I would never forget with your music. 

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