Tagliatelle Santeria (feat. ROSALÍA)

The song 'Tagliatelle Santeria' by Bad Bunny featuring ROSALÍA is a rich tapestry of passion and mysticism, woven with the threads of desire and the supernatural. The lyrics speak of an intense encounter, possibly a romantic one, that is likened to a déjà vu experience. The mention of a hotel and a performance suggests a fleeting, perhaps clandestine, meeting that leaves a lasting impression on the narrator. The request for the narrator's heart and the imagery of a black panther approaching to bite the skin evoke a sense of danger and seduction.

The chorus, 'Te voy a hacer santería,' which translates to 'I'm going to do Santeria on you,' uses the Afro-Caribbean religion as a metaphor for the bewitching power of love or attraction. Santeria involves rituals and spells, and in this context, it symbolizes the irresistible and transformative effect that the object of the narrator's affection has on them. The repetition of 'your mouth against mine, only when I wanted, and the sky would fall' emphasizes the intensity and the selfish nature of the desire, highlighting a relationship that is both passionate and tumultuous.

The second verse delves deeper into the narrator's longing, with the increasing urge to kiss and the temptation that the other person's eyes present. The mention of a secret that causes the skin to tingle, lips that cast a spell, and a soul taken without notice all contribute to the theme of enchantment. The song captures the essence of a powerful, almost magical attraction, where love and desire are so strong that they feel otherworldly, capable of moving the heavens themselves.