AGUA Lyrics in English by Maluma, Shakira
Huelebi is a Colombian slang term that literally translates to "smell-life" or "smell-bi". It's a playful and somewhat derogatory term for a nosy person or a busybody who pokes their nose into other people's business.
In the song, Maluma sings, "Tranquila, prometo no ser un huelebi" (Don't worry, I promise not to be a busybody). He uses this unique slang to reassure his romantic interest that he won't be overly intrusive or meddling in her life, adding a touch of local flavor and humor to the lyrics.
Colombian superstar Maluma brings pure reggaeton heat in "AGUA", a track centered entirely around undeniable chemistry and the rush of giving in to physical temptation. Right from the start, the tension builds through subtle body language with "Tus manos bajando lento una y otra vez" ("Your hands going down slowly again and again") and silent looks that give away the game: "Sin hablar, tus ojos ya me lo dejaron ver" ("Without speaking, your eyes already let me see it"). There is an urgency to stop overthinking and live in the moment rather than dwell on regret, spelled out in the line "Nos podemos quedar con el '¿qué hubiera sido?' / Pero mañana vamos a estar arrepentidos" ("We could stay wondering 'what would have been?' / But tomorrow we are going to regret it").
The central metaphor turns physical desire into an unquenchable thirst that needs dousing: "Agua pa'l fuego, agua, bebé" ("Water for the fire, water, baby") and "se hace agua la boca" ("my mouth is watering"). When Maluma delivers his verse, he keeps the vibe playful and direct. He claims his interest spiked immediately with "Positivo para ti" ("Tested positive for you"), playfully asks to investigate everything about his crush with "flow FBI" ("FBI style"), and promises not to act like a "huelebi" (Puerto Rican and Caribbean slang short for huelebicho, roughly meaning an annoying jerk or fool). It is a straightforward, beat-driven track about acting on attraction before the spark slips away.
