Heat
Gloria Estefan Lyrics


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As soon as you hear the music play
Something happens you can't explain
And now you're thinking why
Why'd it happen that way

As you're dancing you look down and stare at your body
It's so confusing you sip on your drink
Now you're sweatin' like everyone else at the party
But ecstasy ends quicker than you think

Much hotter than what you're used to
Gotta let that conga move
Hot like the summers in Cuba
Baby girl it's up to you

And the mist machines feel like rain
To cool the heat from salsa aches
Just let your spirit fly
It's hot so dance on, diablo

As you're dancing you look down and stare at your body
It's so confusing you sip on your drink
Now you're sweatin' like everyone else at the party
But ecstasy ends quicker than you think

Much hotter than what you're used to
Gotta let that conga move
Hot like the summers in Cuba
Baby girl it's up to you

Come on now chica don't keep it bottled
Not for mañana AKA tomorrow
Come on candela, uh, déjalo
Eres la estrella
Tonight's your sueño

As you're dancing you look down and stare at your body
It's so confusing you sip on your drink
Now you're sweatin' like everyone else at the party
But ecstasy ends quicker than you think

Much hotter than what you're used to
Gotta let that conga move
Hot like the summers in Cuba
Baby girl it's up to you

Come on now chica don't keep it bottled
Not for mañana a.k.a tomorrow
Come on candela, uh, déjalo
Eres la estrella
Tonight's your sueño

It's so confusing you sip on your drink
come on candela, tonight's your sueño




come on candela,
come on candela,

Overall Meaning

The song "Heat" by Gloria Estefan is an upbeat, energetic song with a strong dance beat. The opening lines, "As soon as you hear the music play, something happens you can't explain" set the stage for a song about the power of music and dance to transport the listener away from the worries and stresses of everyday life. The song encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and join in the celebration of music and dance.


Throughout the song, the lyrics emphasize the physical sensations and emotional highs that come from dancing to the music. The line "Now you're sweatin' like everyone else at the party, but ecstasy ends quicker than you think" captures the fleeting nature of the intense emotional experience of dancing to the music. The chorus, with its repeated refrain of "Much hotter than what you're used to, gotta let that conga move, hot like the summers in Cuba, baby girl it's up to you" urges listeners to embrace the heat of the moment and let the music carry them away.


The final section of the song, with its repeated lines of "Come on now chica don't keep it bottled, not for mañana a.k.a tomorrow, come on candela, uh, déjalo, eres la estrella, tonight's your sueño" further emphasizes the message of embracing the present moment and not holding back from the experience of dancing to the music.


Overall, "Heat" is a song about the transformative power of music and dance, and the importance of fully embracing the emotions and sensations of the moment.


Line by Line Meaning

As soon as you hear the music play
The song starts the moment you hear the music and it triggers a feeling you cannot explain.


Something happens you can't explain
There's a sensation that comes over you which is difficult to describe or justify.


And now you're thinking why
You question why the feelings came over you and happened the way they did.


Why'd it happen that way
You wonder what caused the intense sensations you're experiencing and why they emerged that way.


As you're dancing you look down and stare at your body
While dancing, you glance at your attire and appreciate how you look while moving your body to the beat.


It's so confusing you sip on your drink
You're trying to figure out the emotions you're feeling and how to react, so you take a sip of your drink for clarity.


Now you're sweatin' like everyone else at the party
The intensity of the music and dancing causes you to perspire, making you sweat like everyone else on the dance floor.


But ecstasy ends quicker than you think
The heightened state of mind and sensation you're feeling will only last for a short period of time.


Much hotter than what you're used to
The energy you're currently experiencing is on a whole different level in comparison to your normal state of mind.


Gotta let that conga move
Allow yourself to go with the flow and let the rhythm and beat take over your body, inspiring movement on the dance floor.


Hot like the summers in Cuba
The heat and intensity of the music is comparable to the scorching summers in Cuba.


Baby girl it's up to you
You have the power to decide how you want to react to the sensations and energy you're feeling.


And the mist machines feel like rain
The cool mist from the machines makes it feel like you're caught in the rain, soothing the aches from intense dancing.


To cool the heat from salsa aches
The mist helps alleviate the soreness and pain caused by dancing intensely to the beat of the salsa music.


Just let your spirit fly
Let go of any reservations or restraints you feel and allow your spirit to soar freely on the dance floor.


It's hot so dance on, diablo
The music is so scorching that it invokes a fiery spirit within you. So keep dancing devilishly and irresistibly.


Come on now chica don't keep it bottled
Let loose and don't hold back on the energy and sensations you're feeling.


Not for mañana AKA tomorrow
Don't wait for tomorrow to express yourself or dance to the music, do it now.


Come on candela, uh, déjalo
Be the energy and light that ignites the flames of the party and inspire others to enjoy themselves as well.


Eres la estrella
You are the star, the center of attention and the one who has the power to make the party come alive.


Tonight's your sueño
This is your dream and your moment to shine. Seize the moment and cherish it.


come on candela, tonight's your sueño
Keep the energy and spirit alive and make the most of this opportunity to let loose and have fun.


come on candela
Keep inspiring and igniting the party with your energy and fiery spirit.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PHARRELL WILLIAMS

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