El loco Babasonicos Translation Meaning and Lyrics

Song Meaning

'El loco' means 'Crazy' in English. It is a name of a song by 'Babasonicos' human translated here by a native speaker.

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Original Lyrics: Soy víctima de un dios frágil, temperamental

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Verb	Noun	Preposition	Determiner	Noun	Adjective	Adjective
soy	víctima	de	un	dios	frágil	temperamental
to be (essentially or identified as).	victim	of; ’s; (used after the thing owned and before the owner)	a	god	fragile	temperamental, moody
1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb ser
I am	victim	of	a	god	fragile	temperamental

Aligned Translation: I am victim of a god fragile temperamental

Free Translation: I am a victim of a fragile, temperamental god

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Original Lyrics: Que en vez de rezar por mí, se fue a bailar

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Conjunction	Preposition	Noun	Preposition	Verb	Preposition	Pronoun	Pronoun	Verb	Preposition	Verb
que	en	vez	de	rezar	por	mí	se	fue	a	bailar
that	in, at, on	time, instance	of; ’s; (used after the thing owned and before the owner)	intransitive to pray	in the sense of: given in an exchange for (indicates something given in an exchange)	me; (declined form of yo used as the object of a preposition)	Third person (also used for usted and ustedes) reflexive direct or indirect object, oneself, himself, herself, itself, yourself; each other; one another	intransitive to go	to	to dance
				Infinitive				3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb ir		Infinitive
that	in	time	of	to pray	for	me	oneself	went	to	to dance

Aligned Translation: That instead of praying for me , she went dancing

Free Translation: Who, instead of praying for me, went out to dance.

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Original Lyrics: Se fue a la disco del lugar

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Pronoun	Verb	Preposition	Determiner	Noun	Contraction	Noun
se	fue	a	la	disco	del	lugar
Third person (also used for usted and ustedes) reflexive direct or indirect object, oneself, himself, herself, itself, yourself; each other; one another	intransitive to go	to	the	club, discotheque	of the, from the (+ a masculine noun in singular).	place
	3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb ir
oneself	went	to	the	club	of	place

Aligned Translation: He went to the disco of the place

Free Translation: He went to the local nightclub

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Original Lyrics: Quiso mi disfraz, vivir como un mortal

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quiso	mío	disfraz	vivir	como	un	mortal
to desire, to want, to want to	predicative or after the noun mine, my.	disguise	intransitive to live; to be alive	as (introducing a basis of comparison or equality)	a	deadly
3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb querer			Infinitive
she wanted	my	disguise	to live	as	a	deadly

Aligned Translation: He wanted my disguise , to live like a mortal

Free Translation: He wanted my disguise, to live like a mortal

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Original Lyrics: Como no logró matarme, me regaló

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Conjunction	Adverb	Verb	Verb	Pronoun	Pronoun	Verb
como	no	logró	matar	yo	yo	regaló
as (introducing a basis of comparison or equality)	no	transitive to achieve, to manage to	to kill, slay	(First-person singular pronoun in the nominative case); I.	(First-person singular pronoun in the nominative case); I.	to give as a present, to gift
		3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb lograr	Infinitive			3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb regalar
as	no	she achieved	to kill	me	me	she gave

Aligned Translation: As he failed to kill me , he gave me

Free Translation: Since he couldn't kill me, he gave me away

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Original Lyrics: Una visión particular

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Determiner	Noun	Adjective
un	visión	particular
a	vision (something seen; an object perceived visually)	specific, particular

a	vision	specific

Aligned Translation: A particular vision

Free Translation: A unique vision

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Original Lyrics: Volutas de humo, titilo a su encuentro

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Preposition	Noun	Verb	Preposition	Adjective	Noun
de	humo	titilo	a	suyo	encuentro
of; ’s; (used after the thing owned and before the owner)	smoke	to twinkle	to	His, hers, its, to her.	encounter, meeting
		1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb titilar
of	smoke	twinle	to	her	encounter

Aligned Translation: Wisps , flicker to meet him

Free Translation: Curling smoke, flickering towards its encounter

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Original Lyrics: Siento el fulgor y quiero entrar

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Verb	Determiner	Noun	Conjunction	Verb	Verb
siento	el	fulgor	y	quiero	entrar
transitive to feel	Masculine singular definite article; the.	shine, glow, splendor	and	to desire, to want, to want to	to enter
1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb sentir				1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb querer	Infinitive
I feel	the	shine	and	I want	to enter

Aligned Translation: I feel the shine and I want to enter

Free Translation: I feel the glow and I want to enter

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Original Lyrics: Soy víctima de un dios díscolo y muy singular

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Verb	Noun	Preposition	Determiner	Noun	Adjective	Conjunction	Adverb	Adjective
soy	víctima	de	un	dios	díscolo	y	muy	singular
to be (essentially or identified as).	victim	of; ’s; (used after the thing owned and before the owner)	a	god	rebellious, disobedient, unruly	and	very	singular
1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb ser
I am	victim	of	a	god	rebellious	and	very	singular

Aligned Translation: I am a victim of a wayward and very unique god

Free Translation: I am a victim of a mischievous and very unique god

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Original Lyrics: Que a su antojo fiel me arrebató a mi mujer

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Conjunction	Preposition	Adjective	Noun	Adjective	Pronoun	Verb	Preposition	Adjective	Noun
que	a	suyo	antojo	fiel	yo	arrebató	a	mío	mujer
that	to	His, hers, its, to her.	whim, impulse, craving	faithful	(First-person singular pronoun in the nominative case); I.	ditransitive to snatch, wrest	to	predicative or after the noun mine, my.	woman
						3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb arrebatar
that	to	her	whim	faithful	me	snatched	to	mine	woman

Aligned Translation: Who at his faithful whim took my wife from me

Free Translation: Who, at his own whim, faithfully snatched away my wife from me

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Original Lyrics: Y la internó en un lupanar

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Conjunction	Determiner	Verb	Preposition	Determiner	Noun
y	la	internó	en	un	lupanar
and	the	transitive:~ en to send into (especially the interior of a country or region)	in, at, on	a	brothel
		3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb internar
and	the	She	in	a	brothel

Aligned Translation: And he put her in a lupanar

Free Translation: And he interned her in a brothel.

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Original Lyrics: Que él administró como chulo, gran señor

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Conjunction	Pronoun	Verb	Conjunction	Noun	Adjective	Noun
que	él	administró	como	chulo	grande	señor
that	he, him, masculine personal third person subject and disjunctive pronoun (used as a subject and after prepositions)	transitive to administer, to manage (to manage or supervise the conduct of)	as (introducing a basis of comparison or equality)	Spain pimp	{{q\|before a plural noun}} great	mister, sir, lord (title conferred on a married or an older male)
		3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb administrar
that	he	managed	as	pimp	great	lord

Aligned Translation: That he administered , as pimp, great lord

Free Translation: That he managed as a pimp, a great lord

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Original Lyrics: Y llegó hasta el fin de confundir su impunidad

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Conjunction	Verb	Preposition	Determiner	Noun	Preposition	Verb	Adjective	Noun
y	llegó	hasta	el	fin	de	confundir	suyo	impunidad
and	intransitive to arrive, get (to)	until	Masculine singular definite article; the.	sometimes feminine end	of; ’s; (used after the thing owned and before the owner)	transitive to confuse, to mistake	His, hers, its, to her.	impunity
	3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb llegar					Infinitive
and	he got	until	the	end	of	to confuse	his	impunity

Aligned Translation: And went so far as to confound his impunity

Free Translation: And he went to the end to confuse his impunity.

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Original Lyrics: Se creyó omnisciente

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Pronoun	Verb	Adjective
se	creyó	omnisciente
Third person (also used for usted and ustedes) reflexive direct or indirect object, oneself, himself, herself, itself, yourself; each other; one another	transitive to believe	omniscient
	3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb creer
oneself	believed	omniscient

Aligned Translation: He believed himself to be omniscient

Free Translation: He believed himself omniscient

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Original Lyrics: Volutas de humo, titilo a su encuentro

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Preposition	Noun	Verb	Preposition	Adjective	Noun
de	humo	titilo	a	suyo	encuentro
of; ’s; (used after the thing owned and before the owner)	smoke	to twinkle	to	His, hers, its, to her.	encounter, meeting
		1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb titilar
of	smoke	twinle	to	her	encounter

Aligned Translation: Wisps , flicker to meet him

Free Translation: Curling smoke, flickering towards its encounter

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Original Lyrics: Siento el fulgor y quiero entrar

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Verb	Determiner	Noun	Conjunction	Verb	Verb
siento	el	fulgor	y	quiero	entrar
transitive to feel	Masculine singular definite article; the.	shine, glow, splendor	and	to desire, to want, to want to	to enter
1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb sentir				1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb querer	Infinitive
I feel	the	shine	and	I want	to enter

Aligned Translation: I feel the shine and I want to enter

Free Translation: I feel the glow and I want to enter

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Original Lyrics: Lo regalado es mío y se acabó

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Determiner	Verb	Verb	Pronoun	Conjunction	Pronoun	Verb
lo	regalado	es	mío	y	se	acabó
(neuter definite article used to make abstract nouns from adjectives); the	to give as a present, to gift	to be (essentially or identified as).	Mine	and	Third person (also used for usted and ustedes) reflexive direct or indirect object, oneself, himself, herself, itself, yourself; each other; one another	transitive to finish; to end
	Pastparticiple Singular Masculine of the verb regalar	3rd Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb ser				3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb acabar
the	given	heating	mine	and	oneself	finished

Aligned Translation: The gift is mine and it's over

Free Translation: What's given is mine and it's over

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Original Lyrics: No lo devuelvo

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no	él	devuelvo
no	it, masculine non-personal third-person subject and disjunctive pronoun (used as a subject and after prepositions to refer to masculine nouns)	to return, refund, restore, give back, hand back, bring back, send back etc.
		1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb devolver
no	it	return

Aligned Translation: I do not return it

Free Translation: I won't return it

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Original Lyrics: Lo regalado es mío y se acabó

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Determiner	Verb	Verb	Pronoun	Conjunction	Pronoun	Verb
lo	regalado	es	mío	y	se	acabó
(neuter definite article used to make abstract nouns from adjectives); the	to give as a present, to gift	to be (essentially or identified as).	Mine	and	Third person (also used for usted and ustedes) reflexive direct or indirect object, oneself, himself, herself, itself, yourself; each other; one another	transitive to finish; to end
	Pastparticiple Singular Masculine of the verb regalar	3rd Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb ser				3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb acabar
the	given	heating	mine	and	oneself	finished

Aligned Translation: The gift is mine and it's over

Free Translation: What's given is mine and it's over

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Original Lyrics: No lo devuelvo

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Adverb	Pronoun	Verb
no	él	devuelvo
no	it, masculine non-personal third-person subject and disjunctive pronoun (used as a subject and after prepositions to refer to masculine nouns)	to return, refund, restore, give back, hand back, bring back, send back etc.
		1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb devolver
no	it	return

Aligned Translation: I do not return it

Free Translation: I won't return it

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Original Lyrics: Lo regalado es mío y se acabó

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Determiner	Verb	Verb	Pronoun	Conjunction	Pronoun	Verb
lo	regalado	es	mío	y	se	acabó
(neuter definite article used to make abstract nouns from adjectives); the	to give as a present, to gift	to be (essentially or identified as).	Mine	and	Third person (also used for usted and ustedes) reflexive direct or indirect object, oneself, himself, herself, itself, yourself; each other; one another	transitive to finish; to end
	Pastparticiple Singular Masculine of the verb regalar	3rd Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb ser				3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb acabar
the	given	heating	mine	and	oneself	finished

Aligned Translation: The gift is mine and it's over

Free Translation: What's given is mine and it's over

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Original Lyrics: No lo devuelvo

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no	él	devuelvo
no	it, masculine non-personal third-person subject and disjunctive pronoun (used as a subject and after prepositions to refer to masculine nouns)	to return, refund, restore, give back, hand back, bring back, send back etc.
		1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb devolver
no	it	return

Aligned Translation: I do not return it

Free Translation: I won't return it

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Original Lyrics: Soy víctima de un dios frágil, temperamental

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Verb	Noun	Preposition	Determiner	Noun	Adjective	Adjective
soy	víctima	de	un	dios	frágil	temperamental
to be (essentially or identified as).	victim	of; ’s; (used after the thing owned and before the owner)	a	god	fragile	temperamental, moody
1st Person Singular Indicative Present of the verb ser
I am	victim	of	a	god	fragile	temperamental

Aligned Translation: I am victim of a god fragile temperamental

Free Translation: I am a victim of a fragile, temperamental god

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Original Lyrics: Que en vez de rezar por mí, se fue a bailar

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Conjunction	Preposition	Noun	Preposition	Verb	Preposition	Pronoun	Pronoun	Verb	Preposition	Verb
que	en	vez	de	rezar	por	mí	se	fue	a	bailar
that	in, at, on	time, instance	of; ’s; (used after the thing owned and before the owner)	intransitive to pray	in the sense of: given in an exchange for (indicates something given in an exchange)	me; (declined form of yo used as the object of a preposition)	Third person (also used for usted and ustedes) reflexive direct or indirect object, oneself, himself, herself, itself, yourself; each other; one another	intransitive to go	to	to dance
				Infinitive				3rd Person Singular Indicative Preterite of the verb ir		Infinitive
that	in	time	of	to pray	for	me	oneself	went	to	to dance

Aligned Translation: That instead of praying for me , she went dancing

Free Translation: Who, instead of praying for me, went out to dance.

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Original Lyrics: A la disco del lugar

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Preposition	Determiner	Noun	Preposition	Determiner	Noun
a	la	disco	de	el	lugar
to	the	club, discotheque	of; ’s; (used after the thing owned and before the owner)	Masculine singular definite article; the.	place

to	the	club	of	the	place

Aligned Translation: To the disco of the place

Free Translation: To the local nightclub

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Review

★ Song Info ★

"El Loco" is a song by the Argentine rock band Babasónicos. It was released as part of their eighth studio album titled "Jessico," which came out in 2001. The song was written by the band's lead vocalist Adrián Rodríguez, better known as "Adrián Dárgelos." "El Loco" is known for its catchy and upbeat melody, accompanied by clever and humorous lyrics that are characteristic of Babasónicos' style. The song's unique fusion of rock, pop, and electronic elements has made it a fan favorite and one of the band's most popular tracks.

★ Song Emotion ★

"El Loco" exudes a sense of carefree and playful energy. The song's joyful and quirky tone, combined with Babasónicos' signature humor, creates a lighthearted atmosphere that is likely to bring a smile to the listener's face. The vibrant music and catchy rhythm further contribute to the song's overall sense of positivity and exuberance.

★ Learning Facts for Spanish Students ★

"El Loco" can be an excellent resource for Spanish students to improve their language skills while enjoying music. Here are some learning facts:

Vocabulary Enrichment: The song contains various colloquial expressions and slang commonly used in Argentine Spanish. By studying the lyrics, Spanish learners can expand their vocabulary and gain insight into informal language usage.
Pronunciation Practice: Listening to and singing along with the song can help learners work on their pronunciation and accent. Paying attention to how the vocalist articulates words can be beneficial for Spanish learners.
Cultural Insights: Babasónicos is a prominent band in the Argentine rock scene, and their lyrics often reflect aspects of Argentine culture and society. By delving into the meaning behind the song's lyrics, learners can gain cultural insights.

★ Interesting Facts ★

"Jessico," the album that features "El Loco," is considered one of Babasónicos' most successful and critically acclaimed records, receiving widespread praise from both fans and music critics.
The term "Jessico" is derived from the English words "Jesus" and "coke" (cocaine) and is a reference to a cocaine dealer the band knew during their early years.
"El Loco" has been featured in various movies, TV shows, and commercials, contributing to its widespread recognition.

★ Music Video ★

The official music video for "El Loco" features the band performing the song in a visually vibrant and eccentric setting. Babasónicos' members exhibit their characteristic playful and quirky style, enhancing the song's overall mood. The video's creative and artistic visuals complement the song's upbeat vibe, making it an enjoyable watch for both fans and newcomers alike.

★ Social Media of the Artist ★

For updates and insights into Babasónicos' music, you can follow them on their social media platforms:

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Average Ratings

Most people find the song lyrics easy to understand lyrics, lyrics sung slowly and it has easy to remember verbs and nouns

Most words used are in common daily usage.^RAE

El loco has 112 BPM (beats per minute)

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^RAE Based on a median word frequency of 1625 using the frequency database from the Royal Spanish Academy (La Real Academia Española)

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