Jaramillo Lyrics – Cyril Kamer, Kaydy Cain

Jaramillo Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
The intro sets the tone of the song with confidence and swagger. The artist refers to himself as the “European 50 Cent,” comparing his success and street credibility to the famous rapper. He also mentions that he only believes things when he sees them, emphasizing a skeptical, streetwise mentality.

[Pre-Estribillo]
Here, the artist talks about his fearless attitude and rough beginnings. He comes from nothing and isn’t afraid to lose. People criticize him, but they do so from the sidelines, not living his reality. He recalls selling in an abandoned house, working hard with ambition, determined to rise above his circumstances.

[Estribillo]
This part compares the artist’s journey to Pedrito Jaramillo, a small child with big dreams of becoming rich. However, success comes with dangers, so he carries protection in his pocket. He knows there are envious people out there who want to bring him down or even kill him.

[Verso 1]
The artist reflects on how he ignored his mother’s advice to focus on school. Instead, he started hustling at a young age, adopting a “Favela mode” mentality, meaning he was all about survival and making money. He didn’t waste time watching TV—his only focus was gaining customers. He compares his negotiation skills to soccer legend Pelé, showing how sharp he is. Even in school, he was already thinking about money, and now he “cleans” it through music. He mentions having foreign connections, including a German who helps him with travel documents, and police following him, but he always has another plan ready.

[Puente]
Now, the artist is in his prime, enjoying fame and success. Women chase him, but he doesn’t pay attention. While others talk about crime online, he’s actually in the streets living it. He mocks people who only wear basic brands like Calvin Klein while he takes their jewelry and sells it. He no longer settles for cheap fashion; now, he buys high-end designer brands like Philipp Plein.

[Estribillo]
Again, the chorus emphasizes the struggle of a small boy with big dreams of wealth. He knows that success makes him a target, so he stays armed for protection. The world he comes from is dangerous, filled with jealousy and violence, forcing him to always be ready.

[Verso 2]
The second verse describes a life of crime and hardship. The artist says he and his crew weren’t involved in religious practices like “aguanile” but were instead moving bricks, referring to drügs. He doesn’t plan to leave his neighborhood, but he will build his own legacy there. He respects the older generation and looks after the younger ones. He understands poverty and doesn’t feel ashamed of his roots. Despite bad opportunities, he always had the right attitude. He and his friends once had to pool money to buy a gun for protection. Since no one wanted to give them a chance, they took matters into their own hands, even using YouTube to learn and buy tools to succeed.

[Puente]
Kaydy Cain reflects on his journey, stating he may not be at his absolute peak, but he is still successful. He has been in the game for ten years, and now everyone knows his name. He flexes his wealth, mentioning how he spends over 100k on watches and chains, a stark contrast to his past when he had nothing.

[Estribillo]
The chorus repeats, reinforcing the song’s theme of ambition, struggle, and danger. The comparison to Pedrito Jaramillo highlights the journey from being a small boy with big dreams to a successful but targeted figure. Wealth brings envy, and survival requires always staying alert and armed.

[Outro]
The outro describes how kids in his world turn to crime early, stealing luxury watches at a young age and chasing money. Now, his team eats at buffets and takes private jets when they’re late. His mother warns him to be careful because people disappear when times get tough. He reflects on his time in jail, realizing how many people stayed loyal and how many turned their backs on him.