Esto Sí Que Sabe A Cuba Lyrics in English by Omara Portuondo
Desamor combines "des-" (undoing or absence) with "amor" (love), so it literally means "lack of love." Spanish often builds powerful emotional words this way, and desamor captures something stronger than plain sadness: the ache left once love fades or turns cold.
In the line "Siempre con desamor que sabe jugar aquí" ("always with heartbreak that knows how to play here"), desamor is treated almost like a character, a force that keeps returning to toy with the singer's feelings.
Omara Portuondo's "Esto Sí Que Sabe a Cuba" is a joyful celebration of Cuba, its people, and its music. She sings about love from Havana, from the heart, and how Cuban music always brings joy. It's a song that makes you feel the warmth and spirit of the island, with lyrics like "Cuba tiene de ron, de azúcar y tabaco" [Cuba has rum, sugar, and tobacco], painting a vivid picture of its rich culture.
She also shares her deep affection for her people, who are always united and full of love, even when things go wrong. It's a song of resilience and pride, declaring "mi gente que no se detiene si algo sale mal" [my people who don't stop if something goes wrong]. This track is a beautiful invitation to experience the flavor of Cuba through its music, a true love letter to her homeland.
