Mas Macarena Lyrics in English by Gente De Zona, Los Del Río
Jura is a formal word that means an oath or solemn pledge. In the lyric "la jura de bandera", it points to the military ceremony where recruits swear loyalty to the flag. Hearing such a weighty, official term tucked inside a party anthem makes it memorable and perfect for expanding your Spanish vocabulary.
This song is a massive party, a collaboration between Cuban group Gente De Zona and the original Spanish duo, Los Del Río. The main message is right there in the chorus: “Dale a tu cuerpo alegría Macarena / Que tu cuerpo es para darle alegría y cosa buena” (Give your body joy, Macarena / Because your body is for giving it joy and good things). It’s all about letting go of your worries and just enjoying life through dance.
Gente De Zona sets the scene in their home country, spotting Macarena “Caminando por la Habana” (Walking through Havana) and being captivated by her dancing. But the song also includes the famously cheeky story from the original version. We learn that Macarena has a boyfriend named Vitorino, but while he was away at a flag ceremony, she “se la dio con dos amigos” (got with two of his friends). It’s a funny, slightly scandalous detail in the middle of a song that otherwise just wants you to be happy and dance until you die in Cuba.
