LEARN LYRICS

To complete a song, you need to get a score of 70%
SONG MEANING

Bésame is an upbeat duet where Spain’s Alejandro Sanz joins forces with Colombian superstar Shakira to celebrate a love that can’t wait another second. Throughout the lyrics, the singers compare their partner to the beauty of life itself, confessing that even destiny seems too slow when it comes to being together. Coffee from Colombia can’t erase the other’s scent, chess games are won with a single glance, and a playful to-do list starts with “make love urgently” and ends with “stay forever.” In every line, urgency and devotion collide: they urge each other to kiss now, forget fear, ignore gossip, and grab the wheel of their shared future.

The chorus sums it all up: “No lo pienses tanto y bésame” – don’t overthink it, just kiss me. The song turns that simple request into an anthem of fearless passion, inviting listeners to throw caution aside and drive straight toward lasting love. With its catchy pop rhythm and the magnetic blend of Alejandro’s raspy warmth and Shakira’s fiery vocals, Bésame feels like a spontaneous road trip where the only rule is to love boldly and kiss first, questions later.

ARTIST BIO

Alejandro Sanz, born Alejandro Sánchez Pizarro on December 18, 1968, in Madrid, Spain, is a celebrated Spanish musician, singer, and composer known for his flamenco-influenced ballads. Starting guitar at seven, inspired by his Andalusian roots, he rose to fame with his 1997 album Más, featuring the iconic hit "Corazón Partío," which established him internationally.

With a career spanning over three decades, Sanz has won 22 Latin Grammy Awards and four Grammy Awards. He has skillfully blended genres such as pop, rock, funk, R&B, and jazz into his music while maintaining his flamenco essence. Collaborations with global artists like Shakira, Juanes, and Alicia Keys highlight his versatile artistry. Notably, he was the first Spanish artist to record an MTV Unplugged album, further cementing his status as a Latin music icon.