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chiquito — little / small

Chiquito literally means 'little' or 'small'. It's a diminutive form that can be used to describe size, but also to express affection or, in this case, a feeling of vulnerability.

Lasso sings "Siempre que me siento chiquito" (Whenever I feel small), using the word not to describe his physical size, but his emotional state of feeling insignificant and helpless when his partner isn't there. It's a beautifully poetic way to express a complex feeling.

¡Ponte los audífonos y prepárate! En “Siempre Llegas Tarde” el venezolano Lasso une fuerzas con la mexicana Sofía Reyes para transformar un momento de frustración en un pegajoso pop. La canción pinta la escena de dos personas que, reloj en mano, esperan a alguien que siempre promete estar “a cinco minutos” pero nunca aparece. Entre excusas (“Me fui de mi casa a las dos”) y promesas rotas, la melodía colorida contrasta con la impaciencia de quien se queda plantado en la puerta.

Detrás del ritmo bailable hay un mensaje claro: la puntualidad no solo se mide con minutos; también se mide con atención, apoyo y presencia emocional. Cada “Siempre llegas tarde” se siente como un recordatorio de lo pequeño o sola que la otra persona se siente cuando más lo necesita. El estribillo pegajoso y las voces alternadas reflejan ese tira y afloja de un vínculo donde la esperanza se mezcla con el fastidio. En pocas palabras, el tema es un llamado a valorar el tiempo del otro y a entender que, en el amor, llegar tarde puede doler más que perderse el inicio de la fiesta. 🎶

Lasso, born Andrés Vicente de Jesús Lazo Uslar in Caracas, Venezuela, is a celebrated singer-songwriter known for his vibrant fusion of pop rock with Latin and European rhythms like reggae and flamenco. Making his debut in 2011 with the album Sin Otro Sentido, he quickly rose to fame with hits like "No Pares de Bailar" and "Te Veo," which captured the hearts of audiences across South America.

Lasso's dynamic career expanded when he moved to Mexico City in 2015, where he released El Exilio Voluntario de una Mente Saturada and collaborated with renowned artists such as Camila Gallardo and Danna Paola. His unique sound and heartfelt lyrics have earned him accolades including Debut Artist of the Year and Pop Artist of the Year at the Pepsi Venezuela Music Awards. Recently, Lasso won Best Pop/Rock Song at the 23rd Latin Grammy Awards, solidifying his place as a leading voice in Latin music.

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