No Se Vale Camilo Translation Meaning and Lyrics

Song Meaning

'No Se Vale' means 'It's not fair' in English. It is a name of a song by 'Camilo' human translated here by a native speaker.

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Lyrics and Translations

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Line 1
Original Lyrics: Tiene una cara bonita

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Aligned Translation: She has a pretty face

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Line 2
Original Lyrics: Y ni pa qué les cuento de su corazón

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Aligned Translation: And not even for what I tell you of her heart

Free Translation: And I can't even tell you about her heart

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Line 3
Original Lyrics: Que se fuera es culpa mía

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Aligned Translation: It's my fault that she's gone

Free Translation: It's my fault that she's gone

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Line 4
Original Lyrics: Aunque le dije que era culpa de los dos

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Aligned Translation: Although I told her that it was fault of the two

Free Translation: Although I told her it was the fault of both of us

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Original Lyrics: De mi fondo de pantalla nuestra foto juntos

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Aligned Translation: Of my wallpaper our picture together

Free Translation: From my wallpaper, our picture together

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Line 6
Original Lyrics: Yo no la he borrado

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Aligned Translation: I have not deleted it

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Line 7
Original Lyrics: Ella ya tiene un futuro

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Aligned Translation: She already has a future

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Original Lyrics: Y yo sigo atorado viviendo el pasado

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Aligned Translation: And I am still stuck living the past

Free Translation: And I'm still stuck living in the past

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Original Lyrics: Sigo yendo a los lugares donde con ella bailaba

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Aligned Translation: I still go to the places where I danced with her

Free Translation: I still go to the places where I used to dance with her

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Original Lyrics: Sigo escuchando la música que con ella escuchaba

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Aligned Translation: I still listen to the music that I listened to with her

Free Translation: I still listen to the music I used to listen to with her

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Original Lyrics: Hago todo pero no sirve de nada

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Aligned Translation: I do everything but it doesn't work of anything

Free Translation: I do everything but it's no use

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Original Lyrics: Porque antes tomaba con ella

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Aligned Translation: Because before I drank with her

Free Translation: Because I used to drink with her

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Original Lyrics: Y ahora tomo es pa olvidarla

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Aligned Translation: And now I drink it's for forgetting her

Free Translation: And now I drink to forget her

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Original Lyrics: Te extraño mucho

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Aligned Translation: I miss you much

Free Translation: I miss you very much

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Original Lyrics: Y parece que ya te olvidaste de lo que fui para ti

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Aligned Translation: And it seems that you already forgot about what I was for you

Free Translation: And it seems that you already forgot what I was for you

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Original Lyrics: Y eso no se vale

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Aligned Translation: And that it's not worth it

Free Translation: And that is not fair

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Line 17
Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Line 18
Original Lyrics: Te extraño mucho

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Aligned Translation: I miss you much

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Line 19
Original Lyrics: Y subiendo fotos

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Aligned Translation: And you uploading photos

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Original Lyrics: Y escribiendo frases de que estás feliz

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Aligned Translation: And writing phrases of that you are happy

Free Translation: And writing phrases saying you are happy

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Original Lyrics: Y eso no se vale

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Aligned Translation: And that it's not worth it

Free Translation: And that is not fair

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: No tengo sonrisa se me fue el motivo

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Aligned Translation: I don't have smile the motive is gone

Free Translation: I don't have a smile, the reason is gone

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Original Lyrics: Y me veo raro si no estoy contigo

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Aligned Translation: And I look weird if I'm not with you

Free Translation: And I look weird if I'm not with you

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Original Lyrics: te ves mejor aunque no estés conmigo

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Aligned Translation: You look better even if you are not with me

Free Translation: You look better even if you're not with me

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Original Lyrics: Te ves más bonita y no se vale

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Aligned Translation: You look prettier and it's not worth it

Free Translation: You look prettier and it's not fair

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: No se vale que pierdas la memoria

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Aligned Translation: It's not fair that you lose the memory

Free Translation: It is not acceptable for you to lose your memory

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Original Lyrics: Solamente porque ahorita te conviene

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Aligned Translation: Only because right now it suits you

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Original Lyrics: No se vale que ahora todo el mundo me odia

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Aligned Translation: It's not fair that now all the world hates me

Free Translation: It's not fair that everyone hates me now

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Original Lyrics: Por las cosas que le dices a la gente

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Aligned Translation: For the things that you say to them the people

Free Translation: For the things you say to people

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Original Lyrics: Y yo en cambio les digo

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Aligned Translation: And I tell you instead

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Line 36
Original Lyrics: Que eres lo mejor

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Aligned Translation: That you are the best

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Original Lyrics: Y que no terminamos

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Aligned Translation: And that we didn't break up

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Line 38
Original Lyrics: Que es solo un rumor

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Aligned Translation: That it's only a rumor

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Original Lyrics: Y que sigues aquí conmigo

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Aligned Translation: And that you are still here with me

Free Translation: And that you are still here with me

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Original Lyrics: Pero es mentira lo que digo porque

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Aligned Translation: But what I say is false because

Free Translation: But what I say is a lie because

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Original Lyrics: Te extraño mucho

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Aligned Translation: I miss you much

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Original Lyrics: Y parece que ya te olvidaste de lo que fui para ti

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Aligned Translation: And it seems that you already forgot about what I was for you

Free Translation: And it seems that you already forgot what I was for you

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Original Lyrics: Y eso no se vale

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Aligned Translation: And that it's not worth it

Free Translation: And that is not fair

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: Te extraño mucho

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Aligned Translation: I miss you much

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Line 46
Original Lyrics: Y subiendo fotos

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Aligned Translation: And you uploading photos

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Original Lyrics: Y escribiendo frases de que estás feliz

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Aligned Translation: And writing phrases of that you are happy

Free Translation: And writing phrases saying you are happy

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Original Lyrics: Y eso no se vale

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Aligned Translation: And that it's not worth it

Free Translation: And that is not fair

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: No tengo sonrisa se me fue el motivo

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Aligned Translation: I don't have smile the motive is gone

Free Translation: I don't have a smile, the reason is gone

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Original Lyrics: Y me veo raro si no estoy contigo

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Aligned Translation: And I look weird if I'm not with you

Free Translation: And I look weird if I'm not with you

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Original Lyrics: te ves mejor aunque no estés conmigo

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Aligned Translation: You look better even if you are not with me

Free Translation: You look better even if you're not with me

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Original Lyrics: Te ves más bonita y no se vale

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Aligned Translation: You look prettier and it's not worth it

Free Translation: You look prettier and it's not fair

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: estás más bonita y no se vale

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Aligned Translation: You are prettier and it's not worth it

Free Translation: You look prettier and it's not fair

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Original Lyrics: No se vale

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Aligned Translation: It's not worth it

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Review

Summary of the Story and Interpretation:
The lyrics of "No Se Vale" tell the story of someone who is deeply in love and is struggling with the idea of their beloved being with someone else. The central theme revolves around possessiveness and the feeling that their love is so unique and profound that it shouldn't be shared or replaced.
The singer expresses a strong emotional attachment, almost to the point of feeling entitled to their partner's affection. Phrases like "No se vale que tú me mires así, y que después te vayas con él" (It's not okay for you to look at me like that, and then leave with him) and "No se vale que me digas 'te quiero' y que después lo beses a él" (It's not okay for you to tell me 'I love you' and then kiss him) highlight this possessive nature.
My interpretation is that the song captures the raw and sometimes irrational emotions that can come with intense romantic feelings. It speaks to the vulnerability and insecurity one might experience when facing the possibility of losing someone they love. While the possessiveness might be seen as unhealthy, the song honestly portrays the pain and confusion of someone grappling with these emotions.
How the Song Makes Me Feel and How the Artist Weaves the Story:
The song evokes a feeling of yearning and a touch of melancholy. The directness and repetition in the lyrics emphasize the singer's fixation on their feelings and the perceived unfairness of the situation.
Camilo weaves the story through a conversational and emotionally charged delivery. He uses simple yet powerful language to convey the singer's inner turmoil.
  • The song is sung from the perspective of someone deeply in love with another person who seems to be involved with someone else.
  • The singer is expressing their disapproval and hurt at the idea of their beloved being with another person after seemingly sharing intimate moments or expressions of love with them.
  • The location isn't explicitly mentioned, but the focus is on the emotional space between the singer and their beloved, and the presence of a "him" (él).
  • The timing seems to be in the present, as the singer is reacting to ongoing actions and feelings.
  • The singer feels this way because they believe their connection is special and exclusive, and they are hurt by the perceived betrayal or sharing of affection.
  • The story is told through direct address to the beloved, expressing feelings of injustice and longing. The repetition of "No se vale" emphasizes the singer's central grievance.
Explicit Themes and Mood:
The song doesn't contain explicit themes in terms of sexually suggestive content or strong profanity. However, it does touch upon themes of possessiveness, jealousy, and unrequited or complicated love.
The song leans towards a sad mood, although it's not overtly depressing. The underlying emotion is one of hurt and longing, even if the melody might have a somewhat upbeat or catchy feel in some parts (depending on the specific arrangement).
How the Song Relates to the YouTube Video:
Based on the search results, there is an official music video for "No Se Vale" by Camilo. While I cannot directly watch the video, the available information suggests the following:
The song is described as a "heartbreaking tale of love and loss" where Camilo expresses the pain of a breakup and the difficulty of seeing his ex-partner move on and appear happy on social media while he is still struggling. The lyrics reflect his feeling of injustice ("No se vale") at seeing her seemingly forget their shared past. Nevertheless, the song has a sense of playfulness to it all. The video features Camilo performing with a Salsa band.
 
Links to Other Sites Where the Song is Discussed:
  • LETRAS.COM - Significado de la canción NO SE VALE (Camilo): https://www.letras.com/camilo-echeverry/no-se-vale/significado.html - This page provides a meaning analysis of the lyrics in Spanish.
  • TikTok - Camilo Official Account: https://www.tiktok.com/@camilo/video/7333064212467551530 - This link leads to a TikTok post by Camilo about the song, suggesting it's meant for dancing away the sorrows.
Links to the Artist's Home Page or Twitter/Instagram Feeds:
  • Camilo's Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0aKHSGFGyrnMeVnHeYMyw
  • Camilo's website is the following: https://www.camilolatribu.com/

Submitted by user: ANAJOSE

Average Ratings

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

Most words used are in very common daily usage.RAE

No Se Vale has 107 BPM (beats per minute)

No Se Vale is suitable for DELE Level students in terms of language complexity.

References

RAE Based on a median word frequency of 65 using the frequency database from the Royal Spanish Academy (La Real Academia Española)

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