Candela literally translates to "candle", but it's widely used as slang for "fire". It's used to describe someone or something that is intense, passionate, or incredibly 'hot'.
In "QUEMA", Ryan Castro sings, "Un cuerpo que es candela y que te quema" (A body that is fire and that burns you). He uses this fiery metaphor to describe a woman's irresistible and dangerous allure, perfectly capturing the song's high-energy and passionate vibe.
Get ready for a track that's all about pure, unfiltered attraction! Colombian artist Ryan Castro teams up with Peso Pluma for "QUEMA," a song that describes a woman who is so captivating she's like fire. The chorus says she has "Ojitos chiquiticos / Mirada que enamora" (Little eyes / A look that makes you fall in love) and a "cuerpo que es candela y que te quema, quema" (a body that's fire and that burns you, burns you). It's a classic reggaeton theme, celebrating a powerful and beautiful woman.
But there's a clever twist. The song plays with the word "quema" (burns). After describing how hot she is, the singer says "Lo que yo no sabía es que ella quema, quema" (What I didn't know is that she smokes, smokes). The lyrics are incredibly direct about the physical relationship, with lines like "El que tú llamas si quieres sexo" (The one you call if you want sex). It's a song about intense desire and a private, no-limits connection, where the rule is "esta noche no hay videos ni fotos" (tonight there are no videos or photos).
Bryan David Castro Sosa, better known as Ryan Castro, is a Colombian rapper, singer, and songwriter born in 1994 in Bello, Antioquia. Rising from humble beginnings in the Pedregal neighborhood of Medellín, Ryan started his music journey singing on buses and performing at local venues before gaining widespread recognition.
His signature blend of reggaeton and Latin hip hop has brought hits like "Mujeriego," "Jordan," and "Quema" to international charts, with notable collaborations alongside artists such as Feid, Karol G, and Peso Pluma. Signed with Sony Music Latin, Ryan Castro continues to be a leading voice in Latin America's new generation of music stars, captivating audiences with his energetic style and authentic storytelling.