LO QUE LE PASÓ A HAWAii Lyrics (English Translation) – Bad Bunny

LO QUE LE PASÓ A HAWAii (English Translation) Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
The intro simply conveys that the following story is a dream the singer had.

[Verse]
This verse describes the bittersweet beauty of the land and the emotional struggle of its people. The singer observes how someone can still look beautiful despite tough times, with emotions hidden behind a smile. The shores look luxurious, but the sadness lingers like alcohol numbing the pain. The mention of “green mountains” and “clouds” symbolizes the heavy atmosphere of the place. There’s a sense of loss as the person who didn’t want to leave is forced out by corruption, reflecting a struggle for identity and survival.

[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus emphasizes uncertainty, hinting that no one knows how long this situation will last.

[Chorus]
In the chorus, the singer expresses fear of losing important parts of their homeland, like the river and the beach. The mention of “grandma leaving” refers to the potential departure of family members, and the warning to not forget one’s roots or flag highlights the importance of holding onto cultural identity. The line “what happened to Hawaii” refers to a destructive change that the singer doesn’t want to see happen elsewhere.

[Interlude]
This is a brief, warning statement addressed to someone named Luis, urging caution. It shows concern and care for their well-being in the context of the situation.

[Verse 2]
Verse 2 reflects on how no one wanted to leave their homeland, but those who were forced to leave now dream of returning. The singer expresses how painful it would be if they were forced to leave too, imagining the pain of exile. The verse also highlights a country girl who fought to stay behind, showing the strength of people who resisted leaving, much like others in the song.

[Pre-Chorus]
This pre-chorus reiterates the uncertainty about the future, mirroring the previous pre-chorus.

[Chorus]
In this second chorus, the singer again fears losing their land and its most meaningful parts. The focus remains on protecting cultural heritage (“flag,” “Lelo Lai”) from outside forces, reinforcing the theme of resistance against forces that seek to take away the land, identity, and people. The repetition emphasizes the urgency and significance of this message.

[Outro]
The outro repeats “Lelo Lai,” which can be interpreted as a traditional chant or symbol of cultural identity, reinforcing the emotional connection to the homeland. It serves as a final echo of the song’s central message about protecting what is important from being lost.