La Reina Lyrics in English by Maluma
While torque in English refers to a rotational force in physics, Maluma uses it here as a piece of cool, modern Colombian slang. It describes a person's impressive energy, power, and stylish presence.
In the lyric, "¡Qué clase, qué dura, qué estilo, qué torque!" (What class, how tough, what style, what swagger!), he's admiring the woman's powerful and confident aura. Learning this unique word gives you an amazing insight into regional Spanish slang that you won't find in a textbook.
Colombian superstar Maluma has a very direct message for you in "La Reina": you're royalty and you don't need to change a thing. He opens by asking, "¿Quién te dijo que necesitas maquillaje?" (Who told you that you need makeup?), comparing adding makeup to "ponerle filtros a un paisaje" (putting filters on a landscape). The whole song is a huge confidence boost, telling a woman to look in the mirror and see her own power. He insists, "Mami, es que tú eres una reina, mírate bien" (Mami, you are a queen, look at yourself well), and even says the mirror itself is surprised by her beauty.
Maluma also gets serious about how a queen should be treated. He dismisses anyone who ever made her feel insecure, saying they know nothing about beauty. He then makes it clear what she deserves from a partner, with the powerful line, "Tú necesitas un tipo que te aporte / Que te dé flores, no golpes" (You need a guy who contributes to your life / Who gives you flowers, not hits). It's a strong statement against violence and a call for a relationship built on respect. This song is an anthem for seeing your own worth and demanding nothing less.
