El Tiempo Vuela Lyrics in English by Aldo Trujillo

Chambear is a vibrant and common slang term in many Spanish-speaking countries, especially Mexico, meaning "to work" or "to hustle." It's much more informal and energetic than the standard "trabajar."

In "El Tiempo Vuela," Aldo Trujillo sings, "Me propuse chambear y mi vida cambiar" (I set out to hustle and change my life). This word perfectly captures the song's theme of hard work, ambition, and street smarts, making it an engaging and culturally relevant word for learners.

Aldo Trujillo's "El Tiempo Vuela" is a look back at where he comes from and how far he's come. He starts by cruising through his old neighborhood, remembering when he and his friends were "todos en bola / Con los fierros en cajuela" [all in a group / With weapons in the trunk]. He reflects on how "El tiempo vuela" [Time flies] and how he got to where he is now through discipline, deciding to "chambear / Y mi vida cambiar" [work hard / And change my life].

He's seen friends fall and others rise, and he's one of the ones who made it. He warns listeners not to be fooled by appearances, because "no todo es como lo pintan, no se vayan con la pinta" [not everything is as they paint it, don't be fooled]. Now, he's rocking a "Cartier brillante / Cachas de oro con diamantes" [shiny Cartier / Gold grips with diamonds] and is all about taking care of himself. He talks about having stories to tell, dealing with the law, and having to pay a lot of money. He's got power now, and he's not afraid to use it, saying "Las armas detonar / Aquí se van a topar" [The weapons will detonate / Here they will meet].