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Karol G’s ‘Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido’: Meaning, English Lyrics

The music video reflects the joyful and resilient spirit typical of Latino culture

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Karol G really made waves in the summer of 2024. “This song is for you to sing to that person you see, who’s already with someone else, and you say, ‘Hey, María, if it had been us… I’m sure if you had met me earlier, things would’ve been different, right?’” With these words, La Bichota explained the meaning of ‘Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido,’ her new song, to her audience in London during its live debut. 

It’s a hit that delves into unrequited love slipping away due to fate. With a merengue rhythm, the Medellín native aims to captivate audiences at venues (and beach bars) worldwide. 

In the music video, La Bichota makes clear that her new song can host a lively beach party, lifting the spirits of those experiencing love troubles in this fresh summer season. It serves as a notable introduction to her new studio album, following up on the success of another huge hit she collaborated on with Young Miko and Tiësto, ‘CONTIGO.’ 

Filmed in the Dominican Republic, the video portrays a lively karaoke event at a seaside location that evolves into a massive party. It features people from various backgrounds enjoying life and reflecting the joyful and resilient spirit typical of Latino culture. 

«Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido» English Translation

What’s up?
We’re rolling
Summer has begun
Fire

What would have happened
If I had met you earlier
Surely
You’d be dancing this with me
Not as friends

Hey
But as something else
You being close makes me dangerous
For a kiss, I’d do anything
Your girlfriend makes me jealous
And even though she’s beautiful

She won’t treat you like I do
She won’t kiss you like I do
She’s not as tasty as I am
She’s shy and I’m not
With these desires I have
I dare to take on both of you
Today you’re hanging out with her
But (mmm)
Maybe not later

What would have happened
If I had met you earlier
Surely
You’d be dancing this with me
Not as friends, hey
What would have happened
If I had met you earlier
Surely
You’d be dancing this with me
Not as friends, hey

And I see you and I don’t know
How to act
Baby, to conquer you
Pass me the manual
I’ll wait no matter what
I’m not giving up
I have faith that one day those eyes
Will look at me
I marry you
My name sounds good with your last name
I have faith that one day those eyes
Will look at me
I marry you
My name sounds good with your last name
You haven’t understood that

She won’t treat you like I do
She won’t kiss you like I do
She’s not as tasty as I am
She’s shy and I’m not
With these desires I have
I dare to take on both of you
Today you’re hanging out with her
But (mmm)
Maybe not later

What would have happened
If I had met you earlier (hey, how?)
Surely
You’d be dancing this with me
Not as friends (no, no, no)
Hey, hey, hey
What would have happened
If I had met you earlier
What would have happened
If I had met you earlier