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.
J Balvin kicks off "Amarillo" by introducing his two sides: the global superstar Balvin and the real guy, José, who just wants to have a good time. He says, "Saben quién es Balvin, les presento a José" [You know who Balvin is, I introduce you to José]. The whole song is a celebration of keeping things simple and living in the moment. The main hook, "Y yo no me complico... a mí me gusta pasarla rico" [And I don't complicate things... I like to have a good time], is his life's philosophy in a nutshell. It's all about enjoying life without unnecessary drama.
He describes a wild night out that starts after midnight, where he and his crew are in "modo safari" [safari mode], on the hunt for the best party. The vibe is so intense that he jokes they look like hitmen ("sicarios"). Even when the police show up, the party doesn't stop because they're not doing anything illegal. The fun continues until dawn, with bottles of drinks arriving that he didn't even order. He ends with a funny, classic party-goer line: "Si saben cómo soy, para qué me invitan" [If you know what I'm like, why do you invite me?]. It's a perfect anthem for anyone who loves to party without a care in the world.
