Released: 2020
“La Santa” is a banger by Bad Bunny featuring Daddy Yankee, and it dives deep into the no-strings-attached relationship game. They both acknowledge that neither of them is a saint, indulging in a purely physical connection while dodging any notion of deeper commitment.
In the first verse, Bad Bunny sets the stage by explaining how they met in sin and are now seeking more of the same. The lines, “tú no ere’ una santa, ni yo soy un santo” and “porque quiere más de mí” underline the mutual understanding—they’re in it for the fleeting moments, not love.
The chorus reveals the crux of the situation: “no te haga’, tú ere’ igual,” translate to “Don’t act like you’re different; you’re just like me.” It’s about acknowledging they’re both in it for the party and physical pleasure, without any intent to change or catch feelings.
Daddy Yankee jumps in and cements this vibe, likening their dynamic to positive and negative polarities that attract but don’t mix on a deeper level. “A la flecha de Cupido siempre me le esquivo” means he’s always dodging Cupid’s arrow, highlighting his escape from emotional ties. Daddy Yankee makes it clear, “el romance no e’mi área“—romance isn’t his field.
Bad Bunny continues the theme in his verses, emphasizing how they both enjoy the thrill but should keep emotions out of it. “Con el corazón dentro’e la nevera,” which means “with the heart in the refrigerator,” stresses his cold approach to romance. He warns “no me va’ a convencer“—he won’t be persuaded to change.
The repetition of the chorus drives home the main message: both parties enjoy the dance, the excitement, the *perreo* (a type of reggaeton dance), but any notion of love or deeper feelings is off the table. “No te haga’ la santa, el perreo te encanta“—Don’t pretend to be a saint; you love the dance.
The track closes out with the celebratory vibe, “mucho party, mucho money,” a nod to their extravagant lifestyles. It’s a proud anthem for those prioritizing fun and freedom over emotional entanglement.
