«La Gata Bajo la Lluvia» is a famous Spanish-language song from 1981 that achieved iconic status during that era. However, it has transcended generations and has recently resurfaced (especially in Latin America), thanks to TikTok and a new version by Steve Aoki and the Mexican Regional genre singer, Ángela Aguilar.
The song was originally performed by the renowned Spanish singer and actress, Rocío Dúrcal. It stands out as one of her most recognizable songs.
The title «La Gata Bajo la Lluvia,» which translates to «The Cat Under the Rain,» the song’s lyrics metaphorically portray a woman likening herself to a stray cat seeking shelter from the rain.
Over time, the song has maintained its popularity due to Dúrcal’s ability to infuse deep emotion into her performance and the relatability of its lyrics, which transmits feelings of loneliness, abandonment, and unrequited love. Despite its melancholic tone, the song is a beautiful melody.
My love, don’t worry I won’t bother you
My fate was sealed, I know
And I know that there’s a torrent running around your mind
Ours was just a coincidence
The same hour, the same boulevard
Don’t fear, there’s no need
You leave, and I stay here
You see, that’s how life goes
You leave, and I stay here
I know, don’t say a word
Truly If you see a tear, I apologize
I’ll be the cat under the rain
And I’ll meow for you Love
I know, don’t say a word
Truly If you see a tear, I apologize
I know you didn’t mean to make a wounded cat cry
Love
If we ever cross paths again
Invite me for coffee and make love to me
And if I never see you again, I hope you find luck
You see, that’s how life goes
You leave, and I stay here
It will rain, and I won’t be yours anymore
I’ll be the cat under the rain
You see, that’s how life goes
You leave, and I stay here
It will, and I won’t be your anymore
I’ll be the cat under the rain
And I’ll meow for you…
Although Rocío Dúrcal’s song was somewhat stigmatized as being primarily for women, particularly those who were feeling «hurt» after a breakup, the younger generations have also embraced it due to its emotional resonance and the way people connect with the lyrics.
Before the collaboration between Aoki and Ángela Aguilar, the song experienced a resurgence thanks to a TikTok trend. However, their track is the perfect mix of the past and the present. Some users even commented things such as:
It’s like merging my playlist with my mom.”
Finally, an electronic track I can play during my aunt’s gatherings.”
I just heard it at Tomorrowland, and I can simply say: Thank you.”
I never imagined such a combination; it completely blew my mind.”
As a fun fact, their song title is derived from the part of Dúrcal’s lyrics that states, «If we ever cross paths again, invite me for coffee and make love to me. And if I never see you again, I hope you find luck.» Additionally, the café where Aoki and Ángela meet is named «Bajo la Lluvia Café» as a tribute to the original song’s title.
Undoubtedly, as a classic song that has resonated with various generations and particularly among Latin moms, it has now found a place in TikTok trends. The song is being creatively used to convey a range of emotions, often centered around heartbreak, but always in a humorous manner.
@tamimartinezaGatito❤️♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@frases_y_reflexiones.05 Nada duele más que ser desilusionada#amor #frasesyreflexiones #fypシ #fra #frasesmotivadoras #frases ♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@neil_casillassh Pero miren esa referencia al Werever (Etiqueta a tu amiga Cassandra) 😅 // #xyzbca #fypシ #VivirAlMaxi #comedy ♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@jocelinazuckermanAhora entiendo todo🙃♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@ascaanio😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@omjc27 #fypシ #parati #lagatabajolalluvia ♬ sonido original – 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐍 ☽
@marianaarevhme encontré una gata bajo la lluvia♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@ale.mataz #gatabajolalluvia #fragil ♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@udaddy007 Asi son #cat #catsoftiktok #cats #gato #traicion #triste ♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@mamu_lon Yo solo quería unos Taquitos!! #Rain #Sad #tacos #uus #eating #fyp #2023 #mexico ♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@juditdss Día de vinito y bajón #yoenlafiesta #lagatabajolalluvia #fypsssssssss ♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@torres1498 Cuál es tu mood en la peda? #fyp #parati #foryoupage ♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
The song is so classic that people have even created costumes inspired by it.
@marthybum_ Jajsjs me rifé la neta #fyp #parati #viral #lagatabajolalluvia #halloween ♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@andres_franco10 -Suena «la gata bajo la lluvia»-Yo automáticamente:#halloween2021 ♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal
@jazzialife Reply to @aylinsauria Maquillaje inspirado en “la gata bajo la lluvia” #makeup #makeupartist #makeupart #music #lagatabajolalluvia #makeupinspo #trend ♬ La Gata Bajo la Lluvia – Rocío Dúrcal