Amarillo Lyrics in English by J Balvin
Sicarios is a powerful and specific word for "hitmen" or "assassins for hire." It's a much more intense and evocative term than simply saying "dangerous people."
J Balvin uses it in a playful, figurative way, rapping that his crew's "flow" is so aggressive and powerful that they "parecemos sicarios" (we seem like hitmen). This creates a vivid, memorable image of their confident and commanding presence at the party, making it a striking word to learn.
Colombian star J Balvin keeps things completely straightforward in "Amarillo": he is heading out past midnight to party until sunrise, and he refuses to overthink anything. Right away, he separates his stage persona from his real name with "Saben quién es Balvin, les presento a José" (You know who Balvin is, let me introduce you to José). He pays homage to old-school Puerto Rican reggaeton pioneer Tego Calderón with "Reggaetón de Tego para que se lo gocen" (Tego's reggaeton so you can enjoy it), setting a classic, upbeat club mood. His core rule for the night repeats like a personal motto: "Y yo no me complico... a mí me gusta pasarla rico" (I don't complicate things... I like having a good time).
The rest of the track leans into hilarious, chaotic night-out energy. He rolls out with his crew in full party mode—"Ando con los tigres, estamos en modo safari" (I'm with my tigers, we're in safari mode)—and laughs off the police showing up, pointing out that everything is legal so they cannot arrest anyone. Drinks keep arriving unasked, and he delivers the famous internet catchphrase "Si saben cómo soy, para qué me invitan" (If you know how I am, why do you invite me?). The only thing on earth that can shut the music down? His own mother calling: "Aquí solo se para si llama mi mamá" (Here we only stop if my mom calls).
