Con Calma [Remix] Lyrics in English by Daddy Yankee, Snow, Katy Perry
Sandunga is a fantastic Caribbean Spanish word that doesn't have a perfect English equivalent. It describes a special kind of grace, charm, and rhythmic flair, especially when dancing.
In "Con Calma", Daddy Yankee sings "Mucha sandunga tiene ese body" (That body has a lot of sandunga), complimenting the woman's captivating and skillful way of moving on the dance floor. Learning this word is a great way to understand the unique energy of reggaeton music.
This song is a massive party on the dance floor where language doesn't matter. Katy Perry kicks things off by admitting, "I know that we don't speak the same language / But I'm gonna let my body talk for me." She's out with her friends and feeling confident, making a fun offer to the Puerto Rican superstar Daddy Yankee: "You could be my Puerto Rican dream, I'll be your California gurl now," a playful nod to her own famous song.
Daddy Yankee is completely taken by the way she moves. He wants to watch her dance "Con calma" [Slowly], calling her "un asesina, cuando baila" [a killer, when she dances]. The energy between them is electric. He uses some great, over-the-top imagery, saying they need to "Llama al 911, se están quemando las suela'" [Call 911, the soles of our shoes are burning]. It's all about two people from different worlds connecting through the pure fun of dancing.
