Maldades literally translates to "evil deeds" or "wickedness," but in a more playful and colloquial context, it refers to "mischief" or "naughty things."
In this song, Jhayco uses it in a flirtatious way, singing "Dale, vamos a hacer maldades" (Come on, let's do some mischief). It implies a desire to engage in some lighthearted, perhaps slightly illicit, fun with the person he's pursuing, adding a playful and enticing layer to his romantic advances.
Jhayco and KAROL G team up for "Deséame Suerte" [Wish Me Luck], a song all about that intense feeling when you're crushing hard on someone and just have to make a move. The lyrics are super direct, with Jhayco saying, "Tengo decirlo abiertamente / De solo extrañar después de verte" [I have to say it openly / Of just missing you after seeing you]. He's not shy about wanting to be with this person, even imagining "Viéndote despertar, ir más allá quizás" [Seeing you wake up, maybe going further].
It's a bold plea for a chance, asking for luck to close the space "Que hay entre tú y mis labios" [That is between you and my lips]. KAROL G joins in, echoing the sentiment and adding a playful challenge: "Dale, vamos a hacer maldades" [Come on, let's do mischief]. They both know what they want, and they're not afraid to go for it before someone else does. It's a fun, confident track about taking that leap of faith in love.
Jhayco, born Jesús Manuel Nieves Cortés on April 9, 1993, in Río Piedras, Puerto Rico, is a celebrated Puerto Rican singer, rapper, songwriter, and record producer shaping the Latin urban music scene. Initially known as Jhay Cortez, he gained fame for his unique blend of reggaeton, Latin trap, hip hop, and Latin R&B, influenced by icons like Don Omar and Drake.
After honing his songwriting skills from a young age and contributing to tracks for artists such as Natti Natasha and Yandel, Jhayco launched his solo career with his debut album Famouz in 2019. He has since become known for hit songs like "No Me Conoce" and the global chart-topper "Dakiti" with Bad Bunny. Signed under Universal Music Latino, Jhayco continues to push boundaries in Latin music with his innovative sound and collaborations with top artists across the genre.