La Negra Tiene Tumbao

Celia Cruz

About La Negra Tiene Tumbao

"La Negra Tiene Tumbao" (English: "The Black Woman's Got Style") is a song performed by Cuban recording artist Celia Cruz. It features rap vocals performed by Mikey Perfecto. The song was written by Sergio George and Fernando Osorio, produced by George and released as the lead single from Cruz's fifty-ninth studio album La Negra Tiene Tumbao (2001). The song peaked at number thirty on the Billboard Latin Songs chart and number four on the Billboard Tropical Songs chart. It also managed to peak at number thirteen on the Tropical Digital Songs chart in 2015. It received nominations for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Music Video of the Year at the Latin Grammy Awards of 2002. 


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Esa negrita que va caminando
Esa negrita tiene eso tumbao'
Y cuando la gente la va mirando
Ella baila de lao'
También apretao', apretao', apretao'

La negra tiene tumbao' (azuca', azuca')
Y no camina de lao'

Si quieres llegar derecho
Mejor camina de frente
Para que no hayan tropiezos
Y venga aquí todo vences
Si quieres llegar primero
Mejor se corre despacio
Disfruta bien de la vida, cariño
Aunque tomando medidas, azuca'

La negra tiene tumbao' (tiene tumbao', tiene tumbao')
Y no camina de lao' (y no camina de lao', y no camina de lao')
La negra tiene tumbao' (hay tumbao')
Nunca camina de lao' (nunca camina de lao' de lao')

Me tiene tumbao', me tiene tumbao'
Anda derechito, no camina de lao'
Me tiene tumbao', me tiene tumbao'

Cuándo la gente se muere (ay Dios mío)
Se dice que eran tan buena (tan buena)
Tan buena cuando vivía
Como la noche y el día (¿tú crees?)
Que a mí me vengan a decir la verdad
No aguanto ya más mentiras (siempre lo mismo)
Disfruto bien de la vida
Aunque tomando medidas (azuca')

La negra tiene tumbao' (tiene tumbao', tiene tumbao')
Y no camina de lao' (y no camina de lao', y no camina de lao')
La negra tiene tumbao' (hay tumbao')
Nunca camina de lao' (nunca camina de lao' de lao')

Anda derechito, anda derechito
No camina de lao'
La negra tiene tumbao'

Me tiene tumbao', anda derechito, no camina de lao'
Diosa de la noche, dulce como el melao'
Otra como esa yo nunca encontrao'
Ven aquí pa' poder compartir
Porque eres tú la negra linda que me hace feliz
Otra no quiero, eres tú la que me da inspiración
Sin ti me muero, me haces falta
Se me rompe el corazón
Otra no quiero, si no estas siento desesperación
Sin ti me muero, simple mente eres mi vocación
Tiene tumbao'
Anda derechito, no camina de lao'
Diosa de la noche, dulce como el melao'
Otra como esa yo nunca econtrao'

Esta negrita tiene tumbao'
Todos la siguen por su caminao'
Esta negrita tiene tumbao'
Todos la siguen por su caminao'

La negra tiene tumbao'
Y no camina de lao'

Esa negrita que va caminando
Esa negrita tiene eso tumbao'
Y cuando la gente la va mirando
Ella baila de lao'
También apretao', apretao', apretao', azuca'

La negra tiene tumbao'
Tiene tumbao', tiene tumbao'
Y no camina de lao'
Tiene tumbao', tiene tumbao'

Ay tumbao', ay tumbao'
Nunca camina de lao', de lao'

La negra tiene tumbao'
Tiene tumbao', tiene tumbao'
Y no camina de lao'
Nunca camina de lao', de lao'
La negra tiene tumbao'
Tiene tumbao', tiene tumbao'
Nunca camina de lao'
Nunca camina de lao', de lao'

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Celia Cruz

Úrsula Hilaria Celia de la Caridad Cruz Alfonso de la Santísima Trinidad (October 21, 1925 – July 16, 2003) was a Cuban-American salsa performer. One of the most popular salsa artists of the 20th century, she earned twenty-three gold albums and was renowned internationally as the "Queen of Salsa" as well as "La Guarachera de Cuba." more »

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Written by: Fernando Osorio, Sergio George

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"La Negra Tiene Tumbao" was released on October 2, 2001, as part of an album with the same name by the iconic Afro-Cuban singer Celia Cruz.
Chart Success
Despite being released later in her career, the song proved to be one of Cruz's biggest hits. It reached the 30th position on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart and was the title track of an album that went on to be certified Platinum (Latin field) by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Grammy Nominations
"La Negra Tiene Tumbao" received two Grammy nominations. The album was nominated for Best Salsa Album, and the title song was nominated for Best Music Video.
Innovative Fusion
The song is noted for its fusion of different music styles. While Cruz was widely known for salsa, "La Negra Tiene Tumbao" infuses elements of reggaeton, hip-hop, and other modern genres. This fusion showed Cruz's adaptability and desire to innovate in her music.
Song's Lyrics
The song's lyrics have been interpreted as a recognition and celebration of Afro-Latin beauty and identity. The term "Tumbao" refers to a specific rhythm in Cuban music, thus the title could be translated as "The black woman has rhythm," emphasizing the power and allure of black women.
Last Major Hit
"La Negra Tiene Tumbao" was the last major hit of Cruz. The song was released just two years before her death in 2003, cementing her legacy in Latin music.
Music Video
The music video for the song also gained attention due to its vibrant colors, upbeat choreography, and incorporation of urban dance styles, further enhancing the multicultural appeal of the song.
Worldwide Appeal
The song not only appealed to Latin audiences but also connected with international fans. Its lively rhythm, catchy chorus, and powerful performance by Cruz made it a global hit.
Legacy
Even after almost two decades since "La Negra Tiene Tumbao" was released, the song still remains popular. It continues to get airplay on Latin radio stations and is frequently played at Latin dance clubs.
Cruz's Age
At the time of the song's release, Cruz was already 76 years old, defying the stereotype that pop music is a young person's game. Despite her age, Cruz still delivered a high-energy, stylish, and modern performance both in the song and its music video.

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