Explícale (part. Bad Bunny)

The song 'Explícale' by Yandel, featuring Bad Bunny, is a reggaeton track that delves into the themes of desire, infidelity, and the intense emotional and physical connection between two people. The lyrics are a direct address to a woman, urging her to explain to her current partner the depth of her feelings when she is with the song's narrator. The repeated phrase 'Explícale lo que sientes, cuando estas desnuda' suggests a level of intimacy and vulnerability that she only experiences with the narrator, implying a secret affair that transcends mere physical attraction.

Bad Bunny's verse adds a braggadocious and assertive tone to the song, as he encourages the woman to admit the superiority of their clandestine relationship. He references Colombian singer Carlos Vives and his song 'La Bicicleta' to playfully suggest an adventurous and global romantic escapade. The lyrics also contain a nod to Hector Lavoe's 'Periodico de Ayer', using it as a metaphor to indicate that her current relationship is outdated and should be left in the past. Bad Bunny's confident delivery reinforces the theme of the song, which is about convincing the woman to acknowledge the unique connection she shares with the narrator.

The song's narrative is built around the idea of secret love and the thrill that comes with it. It's about the emotional and physical responses that the woman has with the narrator, which she doesn't have with her official partner. The repeated requests to 'explícale' (explain to him) serve as a call to honesty, but also highlight the secrecy and the forbidden nature of their relationship. The song captures the complexity of emotions involved in such situations, where passion, guilt, and the thrill of the forbidden intertwine.