Lyrics & Translation
Learn Spanish and French with Manu Chao's infectious hit, "Me Gustas Tú." This song is a great way to pick up basic vocabulary while enjoying its simple, joyful message and reggae-infused rhythm. Its mix of languages and universal theme of affection make it a unique and engaging learning experience.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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corazón /koɾaˈθon/ A1 |
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gusta /ˈɡusta/ A1 |
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noche /ˈno.tʃe/ A1 |
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viajar /bi.aˈxaɾ/ A2 |
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viento /ˈbjen.to/ A2 |
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sueño /ˈswe.ɲo/ A2 |
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moto /ˈmo.to/ A2 |
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lluvia /ˈʝu.βja/ A2 |
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montaña /monˈta.ɲa/ A2 |
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cena /ˈθe.na/ A2 |
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guitarra /ɡiˈta.ra/ A2 |
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fuego /ˈfwe.ɡo/ A2 |
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mar /maɾ/ A2 |
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cocina /koˈθi.na/ A2 |
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vecina /beˈθi.na/ A2 |
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marihuana /maɾiˈxwana/ B1 |
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camelar /ka.meˈlaɾ/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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¿Qué horas son, mi corazón?
➔ Interrogative sentence structure.
➔ The phrase "¿Qué horas son?" is used to ask for the time.
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Me gustan los aviones, me gustas tú.
➔ Use of the verb 'gustar' to express likes.
➔ In Spanish, "gustar" is used differently than 'to like' in English; the subject is what is liked.
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¿Qué voy a hacer?, je ne sais pas.
➔ Future tense with 'ir a' for intentions.
➔ The phrase "¿Qué voy a hacer?" expresses uncertainty about future actions.
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Me gusta la mañana, me gustas tú.
➔ Agreement in number and gender with 'gustar'.
➔ In this case, 'la mañana' is singular feminine, so 'gusta' is used.
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Me gusta la lluvia, me gustas tú.
➔ Repetition for emphasis.
➔ The structure emphasizes the speaker's feelings by repeating the phrase.
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No todo lo que es oro brilla.
➔ Proverbial expression.
➔ This phrase means that not everything that looks valuable is truly valuable.
Same Singer

Me Llaman Calle
Manu Chao

Me gustas tu
Manu Chao

Clandestino
Manu Chao

Viva Tu
Manu Chao

J'ai besoin de la lune
Manu Chao

Je ne t'aime plus
Manu Chao

Tu Te Vas
Manu Chao, Laeti
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