Beso de Desayuno

“Beso de Desayuno” by Calle 13 is a vibrant and imaginative love song that takes the listener on a whimsical journey through the artist's feelings and fantasies. The lyrics are rich with vivid imagery and playful metaphors, painting a picture of a deeply affectionate and almost surreal relationship. The song opens with the desire to walk on the lover's hair and reach the navel of their ear, a metaphor for exploring every intimate detail of the beloved. The mention of a “beso de desayuno” (breakfast kiss) suggests a tender and nurturing love that starts the day with warmth and affection.

The song continues to describe the lover as a “panal de dulces” (honeycomb of sweets) and “fruta fresca” (fresh fruit), emphasizing their sweetness and freshness. The lover's gaze is described as “color infinito” (infinite color), indicating a depth and beauty that captivates the artist. The lyrics also highlight the balance and complementarity the lover brings to the artist's life, referring to them as a source of vitamins and fiber, essential for well-being. The playful and imaginative nature of the relationship is further illustrated with plans to make bubbles in coffee and have 100 babies, showcasing a desire for a life filled with joy and spontaneity.

Calle 13's unique musical style, blending reggaeton with various other genres, adds to the song's dynamic and lively feel. The lyrics are infused with cultural references, such as the mention of Cuba and the Antilles, grounding the fantastical elements in a real-world context. The song's playful tone and creative metaphors make it a celebration of love's ability to transform the mundane into the magical. The closing lines, where the artist's legs turn to cotton because being with the lover feels so good, encapsulate the song's essence: love as a source of comfort, joy, and boundless imagination.