Se Quema Lyrics in English by Ivy Queen
Canela literally translates to "cinnamon". While it's a common spice, its use in this song is quite unique and evocative.
Ivy Queen sings about having "el alma en canela" (the soul in cinnamon). This phrase suggests a soul that is warm, rich, perhaps spicy, and deeply appealing, much like the aroma and flavor of cinnamon. It's a creative and memorable way to describe an inner essence.
Ivy Queen's "Se Quema" is a powerful anthem of self-assertion and resilience! She's telling everyone that she's a force to be reckoned with, someone who's always ready to push forward. When she says, "Cuando eres luna dietas de las sombras" (When you are the moon, you diet on the shadows), it feels like she's embracing her power and shining brightly, even in the dark.
She’s not backing down from any challenge, declaring, "Tú no puedes conmigo pues tú no puedes cumplir" (You can't handle me, you can't deliver). Ivy Queen makes it clear that she's the whole package, "Soy portada y contenido" (I am cover and content), meaning she's got both the look and the substance. It's all about her unwavering confidence and her ability to rise above anything!
