Cohete propels Shakira and Rauw Alejandro into outer-space romance, using cosmic imagery to describe a love so intense it practically leaves the Earth behind. The moon invites secret kisses, stars become a maze, and every meeting feels like the planets are lining up just for them. Their chemistry is explosive – Shakira promises to blast Rauw off “como un cohete” (like a rocket) while he sends her to “otro planeta” (another planet). All those astral metaphors paint a picture of passion that is both playful and unstoppable.
Beyond the space talk, the song is really about two lovers who want to keep their fiery connection private even though it is hot enough to “go viral.” They ditch any need for fancy destinations (no moon, no Mars) because the real adventure is each other. With a flirty pop-reggaeton beat and lines comparing their bodies to beach and sand, Cohete turns physical attraction into a thrilling voyage where escape is permanent and pleasure is the only navigation system.
Shakira (born Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll in 1977, Barranquilla, Colombia) is a celebrated Colombian singer-songwriter known worldwide as the Queen of Latin Music. With a career spanning over three decades, she has mastered a blend of Latin pop, dance, reggaeton, and rock influences, captivating audiences across the globe.
Shakira rose to fame with hits like Estoy Aquí and Hips Don't Lie, and has earned multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards. Beyond her musical talents, she is renowned for her distinctive voice, mesmerizing dance moves, and her role in popularizing Hispanic music internationally. An advocate for education and children’s rights, Shakira also leads the Barefoot Foundation to empower underprivileged youth. Her impressive legacy bridges cultures and languages, making her one of the best-selling and most influential Latin artists of all time.