Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: salsa
Song Meaning of “Vampira Malvada” by David Calzado y su Charanga Habanera
“Vampira Malvada” is a classic Cuban son about an alluring yet dangerous woman, likely a reference to the vampires of traditional Cuban folklore. David Calzado and his Charanga Habanera sing of the irresistibility of her beauty and the horrors of her power. The narrator’s warnings throughout the song warn of her seductive nature, yet still succumb to her hypnotic influence. The duality of the woman is represented in the lyrics, from her enchanting beauty to her dangerous abilities.
The song warns of the dangers of being trapt in her web of darkness. The lyrics emphasize the danger of being charmed by her devil-like qualities, and of allowing her to take control of your life. The chorus, “¡Atención! Ten cuidado con ella / Evita mirar dentro de su verdadera mirilla!” (Warning! Be careful with her/ Avoid looking into her true mirror!) warns of the dangers of looking too deeply and getting caught in her trap. The song also warns of the consequences of falling into her spell, including oppressive bondage and her possessive nature.
The song speaks to the eternal battle between light and dark, between love and hatred, between good and evil. Undeniably, the woman in question is a force to be reckoned with, and the narrator’s warnings serve as a reminder not to succumb to her influence.