La Celosa Lyrics in English Carlos Vives

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Below, I translated the lyrics of the song La Celosa by Carlos Vives from Spanish to English.

When I leave my house

And I take my time in the street

Don't worry Anita

Because you know it very well

That I like to party

And I have many friends

And if by chance I don't come back in the afternoon

I'll come back the next day in the morning

And if by chance I don't come back in the afternoon

I'll come back the next day in the morning

If I meet some girl

That offers me her affection

I tell her that I love her

But it's not with all my soul

I only lend her

My heart for a little while

All those are passing loves

And I always come back home completely whole

All those are passing loves

And I always come back home completely whole

Babe don't be so jealous

Let me enjoy life

Babe don't be so jealous

Let me enjoy life

You live resentful toward me

But I cheer you up with my singing

You live resentful toward me

But I cheer you up with my singing

When I go out partying

Many times I get distracted

With some little girlfriends

But I never forget you

Because our hearts

Can no longer be separated

What happens is that I want that you rest

To have you always well preserved

What happens is that I want that you rest

To have you always well preserved

Since you already know me

I thank you that you forgive me

If I come back a little late

When I get to my house

I want to see you very happy

Affectionate and accommodating

But never greet me with disdain

Because then I'll have to leave again

But never greet me with disdain

Because then I'll have to leave again

Babe don't be so jealous

Let me enjoy life

Babe don't be so jealous

Let me enjoy life

You live resentful toward me

But I cheer you up with my singing

You live resentful toward me

But I cheer you up with my singing

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SONG MEANING

In “La Celosa,” Carlos Vives slips into the shoes of a fun-loving troubadour who adores late-night fiestas, friendly flirtations, and the vibrant social life of Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Speaking directly to his partner Anita, he reassures her that while he may wander the streets until dawn, his heart never truly strays. The singer admits he can be distracted by “amores pasajeros” (temporary loves) during his musical adventures, yet promises he will “siempre volver completico” – always return home in one piece.

The song is both a playful confession and a gentle plea: “Negra, no me celes tanto, déjame gozar la vida.” He wants freedom to enjoy the party scene, but he values her happiness just as much. Vives highlights the delicate dance between trust and jealousy, urging Anita to greet him with warmth instead of disdain, so their love can stay fresh and strong. Ultimately, the track celebrates the spirited culture of parranda while underscoring the importance of mutual understanding in a relationship.

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Carlos Vives La Celosa Lyrics