Lyrics
Straight from the islands, that’s Morena
Straight from the islands, identifying the woman as Morena.
She got the moves just like latina’s do
Highlighting her dance skills akin to Latina women.
Straight from the islands, that’s Morena
Reiterating her origin as being from the islands.
She got that beauty, Filipina
Emphasizing her beauty with a reference to being Filipina.
That’s island way
Describing her characteristics in line with island culture.
Let me fresh up before you come my way
Expressing a desire to freshen up before meeting her.
Let me call you bae
Suggesting a casual term of endearment, calling her "bae."
We can lay back at a beach all day
Proposing a relaxed day at the beach together.
Sunny El-Nido, young Filipino
Referring to a specific sunny location, El-Nido, and emphasizing Filipino heritage.
Baby I can show you the island way
Offering to show her the cultural aspects of island life.
No umbrella, brown skin better
Praising her natural brown skin without the need for an umbrella.
Baby you can show me the island tan
Inviting her to showcase her island tan.
She don’t want no scrub
Indicating she doesn't want someone unreliable or lacking ambition.
Till I pull up but I give it to her anyway
Despite initial resistance, he willingly gives his attention to her.
Syota never wanted my love
Referencing a past partner who didn't appreciate his love.
Facetime, I’ve been trying to holla at you
Expressing attempts to connect with her through technology (FaceTime).
Thrilla from Manila, let me make my move
Presenting himself as a captivating figure from Manila.
I’ll be at the party, bring your best friend too
Inviting her to a party and suggesting she brings a friend.
Baby I can slide from the waistline oeh
Suggesting a close, intimate connection by mentioning the waistline.
Baby I can slide from the waistline
Repeating the suggestion of a close connection from the waistline.
Straight from the islands, that’s Morena
Reaffirming her origin as Morena from the islands.
She got the moves just like latina’s do
Reiterating her dance abilities similar to Latina women.
Straight from the islands, that’s Morena
Stating once again that she is Morena from the islands.
She got that beauty, Filipina
Emphasizing her beauty as a Filipina.
I don’t need nobody else with me
Declaring a preference for her company over others.
Just want your energy
Expressing a desire for her positive and lively presence.
Let’s make some memories
Proposing to create lasting memories together.
Baby I told you I got you for life
Reassuring her of a committed relationship.
When everybody told you that I wouldn’t come by
Recalling a time when others doubted their connection.
I will pull up in the middle of the night
Affirming his willingness to show up unexpectedly for her.
And baby we can talk till the first sun light
Suggesting a late-night conversation until the morning.
Straight from the islands, that’s Morena
Repeating her identity as Morena from the islands.
She got the moves just like latina’s do
Emphasizing her dance skills akin to Latina women.
Straight from the islands, that’s Morena
Stating once again that she is Morena from the islands.
She got that beauty, Filipina
Reiterating her beauty as a Filipina.
Straight from the islands, that’s Morena
Reaffirming her identity as Morena from the islands.
She got the moves just like latina’s do
Highlighting her dance abilities similar to Latina women.
Straight from the islands, that’s Morena
Once again stating that she is Morena from the islands.
She got that beauty, Filipina
Emphasizing her beauty as a Filipina.
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