Marea translates to "tide" in English. While it might seem like a simple word, its use in this song is quite evocative and adds a poetic layer to the lyrics.
In "Bailamos," the lyrics state, "Y como la marea, la música nos lleva" (And like the tide, the music carries us). This metaphor beautifully captures the irresistible and natural flow of the music, suggesting that just as the tide pulls and guides the ocean, the rhythm of the song effortlessly carries the dancers, making them move without conscious effort. It's a vivid image that enhances the feeling of being swept away by the music.
Have you ever been in a conversation that just... isn't flowing? Los Rumberos totally get it in "Bailamos"!
They sing, "Después de un rato de conversar / Mi cuerpo me tiene inquieto" [After a while of talking / My body is restless], and it's so relatable. Sometimes words just aren't enough, and that's when the music takes over. They suggest, "Si las palabras no fluyen más / ¿Por qué no mover el cuerpo?" [If words don't flow anymore / Why not move your body?]. It's all about letting the rhythm guide you, forgetting your worries, and just dancing to feel closer to someone, even if it's just for a moment. "Para olvidar el tiempo / Para cambiar al mundo / Bailamos" [To forget time / To change the world / We dance] – it's a simple, joyful invitation to let loose!