Negro Mate
“Negro Mate,” written by MicroTDH and arranged in a bachata style by Dani J, features two tenor saxophones supported by a modest orchestral ensemble. The combination of strings, upper woodwinds, piano, and harp complements the saxophones, creating a warm, intimate atmosphere that enhances the emotional resonance of the lyrics.
"Negro Mate" delves into a passionate and emotionally complex relationship, where intense desire is intertwined with vulnerability and heartache. The phrase "negro mate" (matte black) symbolizes the narrator’s heart—darkened and shaped by love and experience—while the lyrics reveal a deep longing for someone who left a lasting emotional impact. Despite the pain, he confesses he would return to her, even if it emotionally destroys him, underscoring the powerful grip of love and physical desire. Blending themes of “bellaquera” (lust) with emotional struggle, the song captures the bittersweet duality of a connection that is both intoxicating and deeply wounding.
This song has been in the queue since "The Premiere." At that time, it was pushed back because we knew it's a fan favorite and wanted to get a better understanding of Bachata before venturing into the dance communities favorite songs. With the progress made in these two albums, the opportunity arose to bring this song.
Original Lyrics
Verse 1
Tengo el cora negro mate, fuiste tú quien lo pintaste
Pero igual yo volvería, a comerte aunque me mate
Y es que tú, conseguiste la manera
De calmar mi bellaquera
Chorus 1
Ese cuerpito natural me hace pensar en mil maneras
De invitarte a pecar aunque Diosito no lo quiera
Si te dejas llevar, yo te llevo hasta donde quieras
Y hacemos el amor aunque al final nos duela
Verse 2
¿De dónde saliste tú? Ven, apaga la lu'
Que tengo la cama encendía'
Mira, mami, qué cara tiene' tú, parece' un iglú
¿Por qué te noto tan fría?
Si sabe' que ahora soy diferente, se nota y se siente
Dale, que los ojo' no mienten
Ese culo me tiene impaciente, sígueme la corriente
Un perreito buena gente
Y es que tú, conseguiste la manera
De calmar mi bellaquera
Y es que tú, conseguiste la manera
De calmar mi bellaquera
Chorus 2
Ese cuerpito natural me hace pensar en mil maneras
De invitarte a pecar aunque Diosito no lo quiera
Si te dejas llevar, yo te llevo hasta donde quieras
Y hacemos el amor aunque al final nos duela
Verse 3
Tengo el cora negro mate, fuiste tú quien lo pintaste
Pero igual yo volvería, a comerte aunque me mate
Y es que tú, conseguiste la manera
De calmar mi bellaquera
Y es que tú, conseguiste la manera
De calmar mi bellaquera
Chorus 3
Ese cuerpito natural me hace pensar en mil maneras
De invitarte a pecar aunque Diosito no lo quiera
Si te dejas llevar, yo te llevo hasta donde quieras
Y hacemos el amor aunque al final nos duela
Translated Lyrics
Verse 1
I have a heart colored matte black, it was you who painted it
But I would still come back, to eat you even if you kill me
And it's that you
You got the way (You got the way)
To calm my lust
Chorus 1
That natural little body makes me think in a thousand ways
To invite you to sin even if God doesn't want it
If you let yourself go, I'll take you wherever you want
And we make love even if in the end it hurts
Verse 2
Where did you come from? Come, turn off the light
That I have the bed on
Look, momma, what a face you have, it looks like an igloo
Why do I notice you so cold?
If you know that I'm different now, you can tell and feel
Come on, the eyes don't lie
That ass has me impatient, follow the flow
A good time with good people
And it's that you, you got the way, to calm my lust
And it's that you, you got the way, to calm my lust
Chorus 2
That natural little body makes me think in a thousand ways
To invite you to sin even if God doesn't want it
If you let yourself go, I'll take you wherever you want
And we make love even if in the end it hurts
Verse 3
I have a heart colored matte black, it was you who painted it
But I would still come back, to eat you even if you kill me
And it's that you
You got the way (You got the way)
To calm my lust
Chorus 3
That natural little body makes me think in a thousand ways
To invite you to sin even if God doesn't want it
If you let yourself go, I'll take you wherever you want
And we make love even if in the end it hurts