Arte (part. Alvaro Soler)

In 'Arte,' Juanes, featuring Alvaro Soler, crafts a vivid and sensual portrayal of love and intimacy through the metaphor of art. The song's lyrics liken the beloved to a masterpiece, suggesting that touching them would be akin to touching a priceless work of art—something forbidden and sacred. This metaphor extends to the idea that merely looking at the beloved awakens all five senses, emphasizing the profound impact they have on the singer.

The song delves deeper into this artistic metaphor by describing intimate moments as acts of creation. Phrases like 'pintemos la noche entera' (let's paint the whole night) and 'tu lienzo con mi acuarela' (your canvas with my watercolor) suggest that their love is a collaborative work of art, full of creativity and passion. The imagery of painting on the beloved's skin until dawn conveys a sense of timelessness and immersion in the moment, where the lovers lose themselves in their shared experience.

Juanes and Alvaro Soler also highlight the playful and adventurous aspects of love. The lyrics encourage being 'atrevidos' (daring) and 'creativos' (creative), suggesting that love should be an exciting and imaginative journey. The repeated refrain 'nos fuimos' (we went) implies a departure from the mundane into a world of artistic and emotional exploration. This celebration of love as an art form underscores the idea that true intimacy is not just physical but also a deeply emotional and creative connection.