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SONG MEANING

Picture a lively Cuban bar just before dawn, the air thick with rum, rhythm and regret. In "Otra Botella", Gente de Zona and Mexican star Gerardo Ortiz turn a heartbreak tale into a party anthem. The singer knows booze is a shaky cure for pain, yet he keeps asking the bartender for another bottle of Bacardí, hoping each shot will silence the urge to call his ex. The chorus is an irresistible chant of denial and desire: drink to forget, but end up remembering even more.

Between sips, he rewinds the night he met her – she danced with the sway of Shakira, tangled him in her spell and left him trapped in her "garras" (claws). Now he blames her for his "despecho" (heart-sting), but the beat keeps everyone moving. That tension is the song’s charm: tropical horns and reggaetón drums invite you to dance while the lyrics confess raw vulnerability. It is a playful reminder that in Latin music, even sorrow wears its brightest colors, and sometimes the only therapy after love is… otra botella.

ARTIST BIO

Gente de Zona is a dynamic Cuban duo known for their infectious blend of reggaeton, salsa, and Cuban rhythms. Hailing from Havana, they have captivated audiences worldwide with their vibrant sound and energetic performances.

Their global breakthrough came with the hit single Bailando, a collaboration with Enrique Iglesias that topped charts and amassed billions of views on YouTube. Celebrated for bringing Cuban music onto the international stage, Gente de Zona continues to inspire fans with catchy melodies and vibrant dance beats, making them a staple in contemporary Latin music.

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