La Vaca
Mala Fe Lyrics

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puiri puiri papidodo piudodo
puiri puiri papidodo piudodo
puiri puiri papidodo piudodo

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu

la vaca, mu
la misma vaca, mu

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la misma vaca, mu

Tengo una vaca lechera una vaca de velda
Tengo una vaca lechera una vaca de velda
No la vendo ni la cambio ni la cambio si me la quiere comprar
No la vendo ni la cambio ni la cambio si me la queire comprar

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la misma vaca, mu

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la misma vaca, mu

Tengo problema en el barrio cuando la tengo achicada
Tengo problema en el barrio cuando la tengo achicada
La leche que da esa vaca es bien pura de verdad
La leche que da esa vaca es bien pura de verdad

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la misma vaca, mu

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la misma vaca, mu

Y mambo. puiri puiri papodido podido
poro poporori pudi papodido

puiri puiri papidodo piudodo
puiri puiri papidodo piudodo
puiri puiri mala fe mala fe

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la misma vaca, mu

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la misma vaca, mu

Tengo problema en el barrio cuando la tengo achicada
Tengo problema en el barrio cuando la tengo achicada
Tolo tigres de la esquina me la quieren ordeñar
Tolo tigres de la esquina me la quieren ordeñar

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la missma vaca, mu

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la misma vaca, mu

El toro de mi vecino esta enamorao de mi vaca
El toro de mi vecino esta enamorao de mi vaca
Pero ven aca cual es tu plan, eh? señorita

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la missma vaca, mu

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la missma vaca, mu

Y mambo. puiri puiri puiri puiri papa puidi
puidi puidi metalen no suban
puiri puiri puiri papa puidi
puidi puidi

Trompeta pao puio pao puio pao
puio pao pao pao

puiri puiri puiri puiri papa puidi
puidi puidi me talen no suban
puiri puiri puiri papa puidi
puidi puidi

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la missma vaca, mu

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la missma vaca, mu

Tengo problema en el barrio cuando la tengo achicada
Tengo problema en el barrio cuando la tengo achicada
Que los vecinos no duermen cuando ella esta alborotaa
Que los vecinos no duermen cuando ella esta alborotada

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la missma vaca, mu

la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la vaca, mu
la misma vaca, mu

Y mambo. y paue paue paue pui pui
paue paue paue pui pui
paue paue paue pui pui
paue paue paue pui pui

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Overall Meaning

The song "La Vaca" by Mala Fe is a fast-paced, upbeat song with a catchy chorus that repeats the words "la vaca, mu" (the cow, moo) throughout. The verses describe the singer's affection for his cow and the trouble he gets into when others in the neighborhood try to take advantage of her or milk her without permission. The song also includes some nonsensical phrases like "puiri puiri papidodo piudodo" and "trompeta pao puio pao puio pao," which add to the playful and fun nature of the song.

One interpretation of the lyrics could be that the cow represents something valuable and important to the singer, perhaps his pride, dignity, or identity, and he is fiercely protective of it. The cow may also symbolize tradition or cultural heritage that he wants to preserve and defend against those who seek to appropriate or exploit it. Another possible interpretation is that the cow and its milk represent a source of sustenance and livelihood for the singer and his community, and the song is a celebration of their resilience and ability to survive despite challenges and obstacles.

Overall, "La Vaca" is a lively and entertaining song that showcases Mala Fe's talent for blending traditional Afro-Caribbean rhythms with modern urban sounds. It also highlights the importance of cultural and personal values in shaping identity and community.

Line by Line Meaning

puiri puiri papidodo piudodo
The artist is essentially just making sounds to create a rhythm and introduce the song

la vaca, mu
The phrase 'la vaca, mu' is repeated throughout the song and acts as a sort of chorus, meant to be catchy and easy to remember

Tengo una vaca lechera una vaca de velda
The artist is introducing a cow that she owns, saying that it's a dairy cow and that it's not up for sale or trade

No la vendo ni la cambio ni la cambio si me la quiere comprar
The artist is emphasizing that she will not sell or trade her cow, even if someone is interested in buying it

Tengo problema en el barrio cuando la tengo achicada
The artist is saying that she has problems in her neighborhood when her cow (and therefore her source of dairy) is not producing milk

La leche que da esa vaca es bien pura de verdad
The artist is saying that the cow produces high-quality milk that is truly pure

Tolo tigres de la esquina me la quieren ordeñar
The artist is saying that people in her neighborhood are trying to milk the cow without her permission

El toro de mi vecino esta enamorao de mi vaca
The artist is saying that her neighbor's bull is in love with her cow

Pero ven aca cual es tu plan, eh? señorita
The artist is questioning the bull's intentions and asking what his plan is

Musicos paguen que no han pagado
The artist is addressing the musicians playing the instruments and telling them to pay what they owe

Contributed by Michael L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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