CONTRABANDO Lyrics – Rauw Alejandro, Wisin, Ñengo Flow

CONTRABANDO Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: Baby Rasta & Rauw Alejandro]
Here, the focus is on calling out fake tough guys. It’s saying some people act hard, pretend they’re gangsters, but when real situations come up, they fold and run away. The lines highlight the difference between showing off and actually being brave in the streets. It sets the tone that real courage isn’t about talking big but standing strong when things get real.

[Verso 1: Rauw Alejandro]
This part points out how some people brag but don’t back it up. If you pull something out, you better use it, because many cross the line without thinking. It also takes a jab at those who abuse their power and then run off when things get serious. Rauw teases someone who lost a woman, mocking excuses, and paints a playful but confident image of himself being in control and unapologetic.

[Verso 2: Ñengo Flow, Ñengo Flow & Rauw Alejandro]
Here the energy switches to a wild and sensual vibe. Ñengo is telling a girl not to hold back, encouraging her to party, dance, and get intimate without hesitation. He mixes flirtation with raw confidence, saying he knows what she offers and warning others not to interfere because they could face violence. There’s a mix of danger and passion, showing both street toughness and fiery desire. He promises unforgettable moments filled with intensity and pleasure, making it sound like both a warning and a seductive invitation. It’s playful, daring, and full of bravado, blending lust and street credibility in the same breath.

[Puente: Rauw Alejandro & Ñengo Flow]
This part keeps the confidence high, repeating that others won’t do anything even if they act tough. The energy pushes for nonstop dancing and grinding while showing pride in their crew, saying they’re running things “in contrabando.” It mixes the fearless street vibe with party intensity, making clear that they’re untouchable both in music and in the scene.

[Interludio: Wisin]
Wisin is basically saying no one can compare to them, and trying to would just be pure disrespect.

[Verso 3: Wisin]
Wisin brings pure fire here, stepping in with singerity. He talks about Rauw calling him to destroy the beat, telling the producer to crank up the sound so the vibe hits harder. He encourages everyone to dance all night like it’s a perreo war zone, where the music takes over. He shouts out the neighborhoods and his people, reminding everyone he’s been strong in the game since way back. He mocks anyone trying to challenge him, saying they’re beneath him, while presenting himself as a king who can’t be touched. He unites Puerto Rican cities under the same energy, showing pride in where he comes from and power in the legacy they’ve built. The whole part is about dominance, respect, and proving they’re the top dogs in this musical contrabando.

[Verso 4: Rauw Alejandro & Wisin]
This section hypes up the women who bring energy to the party. It’s about wild, fearless girls who keep the perreo alive without toning it down. The guys encourage them to dance harder, to give into the rhythm, and enjoy the moment. It’s a mix of flirtation and excitement, painting the dance floor as a place of raw attraction, heat, and unforgettable fun.

[Outro: Wisin & Rauw Alejandro]
The ending repeats the party spirit, focusing on women in the streets keeping the vibe alive. The chant-like lines give it an anthem feel, almost like a celebration of their lifestyle. They reinforce that they’re on another level, part of an exclusive league, and no one else can match them. It leaves the track closing with pride, power, and a sense of unstoppable confidence.