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Shakira y Karol G para 'TQG'

‘TQG’ by Karol G and Shakira: Meaning and English Lyrics

The song became a female empowerment anthem the moment it was released

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‘TQG,’ became a female empowerment anthem the moment it was released. The title translates loosely to “I was too much for you” or “You couldn’t handle me.” It’s a bold statement from both Karol G and Shakira, showing they’re not settling—and fully embracing their worth.

The song is a breakup anthem with a sharp edge, centered on moving on from toxic relationships. Both artists reflect on past partners who claimed to have moved on—only to later return or show signs of regret. The message is clear: they’re not looking back. As the chorus puts it, “You know I don’t repeat mistakes.”

The lyrics throw subtle (and not-so-subtle) shade at their exes and their new girlfriends, suggesting that their former partners are still watching—liking photos and keeping up with their lives.

The song also highlights themes of personal growth and self-worth. Karol G proudly declares she’s now “triple M” — Más buena, más dura, más level — meaning hotter, stronger, and on a whole new level. Shakira, for her part, emphasizes how much better her life has become since the breakup, with blessings “raining down” ever since.

‘TQG’ English Lyrics

[KAROL G]

Whoever told you that an emptiness can be filled with another person is lying
It’s like covering a wound with makeup — you don’t see it, but you still feel it
You left saying you got over me (Hey) and found yourself a new girlfriend (Girlfriend)
But what she doesn’t know is that you’re still (Auh) watching all my stories (Baby)

Baby, what’s up now? Weren’t you so head over heels? (So deep?)
Why are you looking for me again if you know I don’t make the same mistake twice? (Eh, baby)
Tell your new girl that I don’t compete over men
She should stop throwing shade — at least I had you looking good

[Shakira]

Seeing you with her hurt (It did)
But now I’m focused on myself
What we had? I’ve already forgotten
And that’s what’s got you all worked up
Even my life got better
You’re no longer welcome around here
I saw what your girl threw at me
It doesn’t even make me mad — I laugh, I laugh

[KAROL G & Shakira]

I don’t waste time on what doesn’t serve me — I’ve changed my direction
Making money like it’s a sport
Stacking up the account, the shows, the cars, and the passport (Ey)
They say I’m killing it, even the reports agree (Yes)
Now you want to come back? It’s obvious, mmm, yeah
Hold up — you think I’m dumb? (Ah)
Did you forget I’ve moved on?
And that La Bichota was too much woman for you

[Shakira & KAROL G]

Baby, what happened? (Happened) Weren’t you so in love? (Ah)
Why are you back looking for me? (Ey) You know I don’t make the same mistake twice
Tell your new girl that I don’t compete over men
She should stop throwing shade — at least I had you looking good (Shakira, Shakira)

You left, and I went triple M
Hotter, tougher, next level
Getting back with you? Never (No), you were bad luck
‘Cause now the blessings keep pouring in
And you want to come back — I saw it coming
Liking my photos again
You’re out there looking for something
While I was saying it was just monotony
And now you want to return — not surprised
Liking my photos again (My photos)
You look happy in your new life
But if only she knew you’re still looking for me

[KAROL G & Shakira]

Baby, what happened? (Happened) Weren’t you head over heels? (Ah)
Why are you by my side again? (Ey) You know I don’t repeat my mistakes (Ey)
Tell your new girl I don’t fight over guys (Move that little booty)
She doesn’t know how to treat you — at least I had you looking good

(O-O-Ovy On The Drums)
My love, you drifted too far
And I don’t see well from a distance, baby
ILY, but TQG, hahaha
Barranquilla, Medallo.