Lyrics & Translation
Step into the vibrant world of La Portuaria's 'Selva,' a song that merges Latin rhythms with jazz and R&B influences. Through its evocative lyrics and unique accordion-driven sound, 'Selva' invites you to explore themes of primal energy, liberation, and the search for inner peace, offering a powerful glimpse into the spirit of 90s Argentine rock.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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selva /ˈselβa/ B1 |
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ruido /ˈrwiðo/ A2 |
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animales /aniˈmales/ A1 |
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salvajes /salˈβaxes/ B1 |
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jungla /ˈxuŋɡla/ B1 |
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baila /ˈbajla/ A1 |
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cuerpo /ˈkwerpo/ A2 |
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danza /ˈdanθa/ B1 |
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celo /ˈθelo/ B2 |
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oasis /oˈasis/ B2 |
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nadar /naˈðar/ A1 |
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enfría /eɱˈfria/ B1 |
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calor /kaˈlor/ A2 |
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corazón /koɾaˈθon/ A2 |
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risa /ˈrisa/ A2 |
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temor /teˈmoɾ/ B1 |
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mundo /ˈmundo/ A1 |
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distinto /disˈtinto/ B1 |
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dolor /doˈloɾ/ A2 |
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ruge /ˈruxe/ B1 |
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acero /aˈθeɾo/ B2 |
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calla /ˈkaʎa/ A2 |
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parar /paˈɾar/ A2 |
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