Frank Sinatra Lyrics in English by Arcángel, Kendo Kaponi

Terciopelo translates to "velvet". It's an interesting word because it evokes a sense of luxury, softness, and exclusivity.

In the song, Arcángel uses it metaphorically to describe the atmosphere at the top of his success: "En la cima huele diferente, como a terciopelo" (At the top it smells different, like velvet). This suggests that reaching the pinnacle of his career brings a unique, refined, and perhaps even opulent experience, distinct from his humble beginnings.

Arcángel's "Frank Sinatra" with Kendo Kaponi is a powerful and intense track that pulls you into the artists' world of ambition, survival, and a bit of a dark outlook on life. Arcángel starts by reflecting on his past, saying, "Yo nací pobre ahora soy rico / Y aún no encuentro la felicidad" [I was born poor, now I'm rich / And I still haven't found happiness]. It's a blunt look at how success doesn't always bring joy, and he describes himself as "un infeliz con ropa de feliz jugando a ser artista" [an unhappy person in happy clothes playing artist].

He talks about his journey from the bottom to the top, and how he's had to adapt to survive, even saying, "El animal que vencerá será / El mejor que se adapte al ecosistema" [The animal that will win will be / The one that best adapts to the ecosystem]. There's a strong sense of self-reliance and a warning to anyone who crosses him, with lines like "Los pongo a bailar y a cantar como Frank Sinatra / Joden conmigo y a todos los mato" [I make them dance and sing like Frank Sinatra / They mess with me and I kill them all]. It's a bold statement about his power and willingness to defend his territory. The song is a raw and honest look at the complexities of his life, mixing his success with a persistent feeling of unhappiness and a readiness to confront any challenge.