Mexican music is having a big moment, gaining recognition beyond its borders as a major player in the Latin industry. In this context, Grupo Firme has teamed up with Demi Lovato to release ‘Chula,’ a summer hit that breaks through both borders and genres.
A couple of weeks ago, we first heard about this collaboration when Lovato surprised fans by joining the band on stage to perform the then-unreleased track, announcing that it would soon be available on streaming platforms. Now that the song is out, we’re celebrating its release and looking at the impact of this collaboration.
The track is a unique mix of pop rhythms, electronic music, and a touch of regional Mexican sounds, a genre that’s gaining recognition in countries around the world. Demi Lovato takes on the English verses, while Grupo Firme brings the Spanish lyrics, with both artists switching roles at times.
Demi Lovato’s Popular Spanglish
This isn’t the first time we’ve heard Demi mix languages in her music. She has several Spanish collaborations in her discography, like Échame La Culpa with Luis Fonsi, and Spanish versions of her own songs, like ‘Rascacielos’. People on social media have pointed out that this track is one of those unexpected combinations that, while surprising, work perfectly.
In Mexico, the word ‘chula’ specifically refers to a woman who is pretty, beautiful, or lovely, due to its feminine pronoun. This word can also be used to describe objects, animals, and things, not just people.
Fans have welcomed this collaboration with open arms, especially since Demi hasn’t released a new album in two years and has been somewhat distant from music in 2024. So far, her only other collaboration this year was ‘Papa Was A Rolling Stone’ with Slash. Could this be her way of exploring new directions? Meanwhile, Grupo Firme is in the opposite situation—they’re at their peak.
‘Chula’ English Lyrics
[Verse 1: Grupo Firme & Demi Lovato]
Baby, I don’t know what happened here
Since I saw you, I feel ready
Baby, the way you look at me
This feels like ecstasy, so come and get me
[Pre-Chorus: Demi Lovato & Grupo Firme]
Move your body (Chiquitita), yeah, you got it (How I love you)
I’ve been waiting for you
[Chorus: Grupo Firme & Demi Lovato]
Come over here, chula
I’ll take you by the hand to the moon
I love when you call me chula
Close together for the whole night, all yours
I came just to give you a kiss
Ooh, I like the sound of all that
Come over here, chula
Close together (Close together) for the whole night (At night), all yours (Eh, eh, eh, eh)
[Verse 2: Grupo Firme & Demi Lovato]
Let’s go fast, my girl, just say the word and ask
Because I’d introduce that booty to my grandma, my mom, and my aunt
Say you’re ready, but I bet you’re not, I’ve got fantasies you never thought of
Put your hands on my body, show me you want me
[Pre-Chorus: Demi Lovato & Grupo Firme]
Move your body (The prettiest one), yeah, you got it (Demi)
I’ve been waiting for you (Demi Lovato)
[Chorus: Grupo Firme & Demi Lovato]
Come over here, chula
I’ll take you by the hand to the moon
I love when you call me chula
Close together for the whole night, all yours
I came just to give you a kiss
Ooh, I like the sound of all that
Come over here, chula
Close together (Close together) for the whole night (At night), all yours (Eh, eh, eh, eh)
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