La Fuerza del Destino Mecano Translation Meaning and Lyrics
Song Meaning
'La Fuerza del Destino' means 'The Force of Destiny' in English. It is a name of a song by 'Mecano' human translated here by a native speaker.
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Free Translation: We saw each other three or four times.







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Free Translation: Throughout the city.





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Free Translation: One night at the Gold Bar.






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Free Translation: I decided to attack.





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Free Translation: You told me nineteen.






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Free Translation: I didn't want to mistrust.





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Free Translation: But it's just neither a lot nor a little.







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Free Translation: I didn't see where to hold on







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Free Translation: And we got into the car





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Free Translation: My friend, your friend, you and me







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Free Translation: I told you, "Baby, give me a kiss"








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Free Translation: You answered me with a "no."






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Free Translation: We started off on the wrong foot, and I believed.






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Free Translation: That this was a good plan.





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Free Translation: That night was a disaster.







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Free Translation: didn't make any progress)






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Free Translation: These are just a couple of narrow ones.






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Free Translation: We went to sleep





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Free Translation: But the force of destiny





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Free Translation: Made us repeat




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Free Translation: Two cinemas and a couple of concerts







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Free Translation: And we started dating





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Free Translation: I'm not sure if that strange face








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Free Translation: One eye here and one tooth there









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Free Translation: Or the little body of a gypsy girl






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Free Translation: A woman halfway finished.






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Free Translation: Your heart





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Free Translation: It was what finished me off.





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Free Translation: From falling in love.




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Free Translation: And we got into the car





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Free Translation: My friend, your friend, you and me







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Free Translation: I told you, "Baby, give me a kiss"








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Free Translation: You answered me with a "no."






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Free Translation: We started off on the wrong foot, and I believed.






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Free Translation: That this was a good plan.





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Free Translation: And from then until now






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Free Translation: The game of love.





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Free Translation: It had us playing for three years






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Free Translation: Then it separated us






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Free Translation: But the force of destiny





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Free Translation: Made us repeat




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Free Translation: As if the winter comes cold






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Free Translation: I want to be with you






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Free Translation: I want to be with you






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Free Translation: I want to be with you






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Free Translation: I want to be with you






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★ Song Info ★
"La Fuerza del Destino" is a Spanish song by the renowned Spanish pop band Mecano. It was released in 1988 as part of their album of the same name. The song features a catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics, which are characteristic of Mecano's style.
The lyrics of "La Fuerza del Destino" explore themes of destiny, love, and the unpredictable twists and turns that life can take.
★ Song Emotion ★
The emotion conveyed in "La Fuerza del Destino" is a mixture of nostalgia, longing, and acceptance. The song tells a story of lost love and reflects on how destiny plays a role in our lives, often leading us in unexpected directions.
This emotional depth is conveyed through the passionate vocals of Ana Torroja, the lead singer of Mecano, and the music's evocative arrangement.
★ Learning Facts for Spanish Students ★
- "La Fuerza del Destino" is a great song for Spanish students to learn from because of its clear and articulate lyrics. Ana Torroja's enunciation makes it easier for learners to follow along and understand the words.
- The song uses a variety of verb tenses and vocabulary related to love and destiny, making it a valuable resource for practicing Spanish language skills.
- Studying the lyrics can help students grasp the nuances of expressing emotions in Spanish, as the song delves into themes of love and heartbreak.
★ Interesting Facts ★
- "La Fuerza del Destino" became one of Mecano's signature songs and was a commercial success in many Spanish-speaking countries.
- The song was covered by Mexican singer Fey in 2004, bringing a new generation of listeners to its timeless melody.
- Mecano was known for blending pop with innovative and poetic lyrics, and this song is a prime example of their unique style.
★ Music Video Description ★
The music video for "La Fuerza del Destino" features the members of Mecano, including Ana Torroja, in various settings that complement the song's themes. It includes scenes of Ana Torroja singing emotionally, intercut with images of love, separation, and destiny. The video's visual storytelling enhances the song's emotional impact.
★ Social Media ★
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Ana Torroja (Lead Singer):
- Twitter: Ana Torroja Twitter
- Instagram: Ana Torroja Instagram
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José María Cano (Songwriter and Keyboardist):
- Twitter: José María Cano Twitter
- Instagram: José María Cano Instagram
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Nacho Cano (Guitarist and Keyboardist):
- Twitter: Nacho Cano Twitter
- Instagram: Nacho Cano Instagram
Submitted by user: PAULETTEANDRES
Average Ratings
Most people find the song lyrics very easy to understand lyrics, lyrics sung very slowly and it has very easy to remember verbs and nouns
Most words used are in very common daily usage.RAE
La Fuerza del Destino has 180 BPM (beats per minute)
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RAE Based on a median word frequency of 62 using the frequency database from the Royal Spanish Academy (La Real Academia Española)
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