Prohibido Lyrics in English by Paola Jara, Franko
Prohibido means "forbidden" or "prohibited." It's a strong and intriguing word that immediately sets a tone of mystery and illicit desire.
In the song, Paola Jara repeatedly uses "queda prohibido" (it is forbidden) to list a series of rules for a secret, passionate affair. These rules, like "prohibido llamarnos después de unos tragos" (forbidden to call each other after a few drinks), highlight the clandestine and intense nature of their relationship, making the word central to the song's theme.
Paola Jara and Franko's "Prohibido" is all about that thrilling, dangerous dance of a forbidden attraction. It's a song where both people know they're playing with fire, but they just can't resist. The lyrics lay out a clear set of rules for this secret affair: "Queda prohibido llamarnos después de unos tragos" [It's forbidden to call each other after a few drinks] and "Queda prohibido buscarnos si nos extrañamos" [It's forbidden to look for each other if we miss each other]. They're trying to keep things casual, even though there's a clear pull between them.
What's really fun about this song is the blunt honesty. They admit, "Sé que me buscas sólo para entretenerte" [I know you only look for me to entertain yourself] and "Esto que hay entre los dos es todo menos amor" [What's between us is anything but love]. It's a passionate connection, but they're trying to put up boundaries to protect themselves and keep it from becoming something more serious – or from getting out. "Está prohibido que lo sepa la gente" [It's forbidden for people to know] really drives home the secrecy of their relationship. It's a catchy tune about the excitement and the strict, self-imposed limits of a secret romance.
