Shakira

Lyrics

[Intro: Shakira]
Loca (Loca)
Loca
Dance or die
Loca (Loca)

[Verse 1: Shakira]
She's playin' dumb all the time, just to keep it fun
To get you on like, "Ahh!" Be careful, amigo
She's talking and walking just to wake you up
She'd die for your love, but your love's only mine, boy
Yo sigo tranquila, like I'm on a beach in Anguilla
Sippin' my Corona like it's nothin' goin' on
I ain't leavin' you alone, what is meant for me
No other girl is gonna take it, so give him up

[Chorus: Shakira]
And I'm crazy, but you like it
Loca, loca, loca
You like that it ain't easy
Loca, loca, loca
I'm crazy but you like it
Loca, loca, loca
Crazy but you like it

[Verse 2: Dizzee Rascal, Shakira]
That girl is a nutter
Hot girl, I heat up when I touch her
Chica Caliente, got me rapping to merengue
I feel so el presidente
I'm runnin' shit and I'm lovin' it
She's got a mean lil' bopper, you should see what she does with it
She keeps it down low (Down low, down low)
I can never get enough, oh no, oh no
She gives me the runaround, but I stay chasin'
But I mean, yo, I'm in love with a crazy girl
But it's all good, and it's fine by me
Just as long as I hear her say, "Ay, papi"
[Chorus: Shakira, El Cata]
And I'm crazy, but you like it
Loca, loca, loca
You like that it ain't easy
Loca, loca, loca
I'm crazy but you like it
Loca, loca, loca
Crazy but you like it
(Loca, loca, loca)

[Refrain: Shakira]
You're the one for me
And for her no more
Though you think she got it all
I got my kiki
You're the one for me
And for her no more
Though you think she got it all
I got my kiki

[Verse 3: Shakira, Dizzee Rascal & El Cata]
I bet she doesn't know the things that I’d do to please you
I take you to the malecón por el caminito
They saw your girlfriend looking for me with a rifle
'Cause, we’re dancin' Mambo, oh, what she don't allow it?
I really can't help it if I make the lady loca
I don't want no trouble, I just wanna hit the- ooh!
And I'm crazy, but you like it
'Cause the kinda girl like me, they're running out of in the market
(Shhh)
[Chorus: Shakira]
And I'm crazy, but you like it
Loca, loca, loca
You like that it ain't easy
Loca, loca, loca
I'm crazy but you like it
Loca, loca, loca
Crazy but you like it

[Post-Chorus: Shakira & Dizzee Rascal]
¡Dios mío!
That girl is a (Loca)
That girl is a (Loca)
That girl is a (Loca)
It's a madness
Pure madness
Loca
That girl is a (Loca)
That girl is a (Loca)

[Refrain: Shakira]
You're the one for me
And for her no more
Though you think she got it all
I got my kiki
[Chorus: Shakira]
And I'm crazy, but you like it
Loca, loca, loca
You like that it ain't easy
Loca, loca, loca (Ca, loca-ca, loca-ca, loca)

[Outro: Shakira]
Loca (Loca)
Loca (Loca)

Shakira is known for her eclectic taste in music and her ability to blend different genres and rhythms. One of her most popular songs, “Loca” (which means “Crazy” in Spanish) is a perfect example of this. The Latin pop and merengue track was released in 2010 and quickly became a worldwide commercial success, thanks to its catchy beat and Shakira's charming vocals.

About Loca (English Version)

The English version of “Loca” features guest vocals by British rapper Dizzee Rascal and was released in September 2010. The song has a unique sound that combines traditional merengue beats with techno dance percussion beats, making it a perfect summer party anthem. It is a song about falling in love, but not in the traditional sense. Shakira sings about her infatuation with a man who she finds to be crazy and unpredictable, but that only makes her want him more.

The lyrics of “Loca” perfectly capture Shakira's quirky and charming personality. She sings about dancing in the rain with her lover, throwing caution to the wind and not caring about what anyone else thinks. The song puts out a message of love and freedom, encouraging listeners to embrace their eccentricities and live life to the fullest.

The inclusion of merengue music in “Loca” was a nod to Shakira's roots and her love for music from her home country, Colombia. The singer expressed her desire to experiment with merengue music, saying “I grew up listening to merengue— that was a big part of my life, and I was missing it.” By blending different musical styles together, Shakira created a sound that was unique and appealing to fans all over the world.

The English version of “Loca” received positive reviews from music critics, who praised Shakira's vocals and Dizzee Rascal's contribution to the song. The track peaked inside the top five of the record charts of countries including Austria, Belgium, France, Hungary, and Italy, while the Spanish version reached the top of the charts in Spain and Switzerland. It also became a hit on the Latin record charts in the United States, topping the Billboard Hot Latin Songs, Latin Pop Airplay, and Tropical Songs charts.

Overall, “Loca” is a fun and upbeat song with a lively beat and catchy lyrics. It showcases Shakira's unique blend of musical styles and celebrates her Colombian roots. With its positive message about love and freedom, it is a song that appeals to fans of all ages and backgrounds.

Some of the standout lyrics from the song include:

“She's like so whatever / And you could do so much better / I think we should get together now / And that's what everyone's talking about”

“Rumba! Samba! Mambo! / ¡Loca!”

“No te importa nada lo que piense la gente / Deja que mueva, mueva su frente / Que mueva, mueva su frente / Que mueva, mueva su frente.”

“When I look into your eyes / It's like watching the night sky / Or a beautiful sunrise / Well, there's so much they hold.”

In summary, “Loca” is a perfect example of Shakira's musical prowess. It combines traditional Latin music styles with modern pop sensibilities, creating a sound that is both unique and addictive. With its catchy beat and positive message about love and freedom, it quickly became a fan favorite and remains one of Shakira's most popular songs to this day.

• Release Date: September 10, 2010
• Artist: Shakira