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The second verse continues to describe Gabriela's allure, mentioning her 'skin amaretto' and imagining her as 'hot like a bullet.' The singer admits to being 'overprotective' and wonders about Gabriela's intentions, raising the stakes of the romantic conflict.
The performance begins with applause and introduces the song "Gabriela." The lyrics express a strong, almost possessive feeling towards a lover, warning off another person named Gabriela who is seen as highly attractive and attention-grabbing.
The chorus directly addresses Gabriela, repeatedly stating "Hands Off Gabriela" and "Back off of my fella." The singer emphasizes that Gabriela could have anyone else, but she is specifically begging her to stay away from her partner.
The chorus is repeated with even more intensity, reaffirming the plea for Gabriela to stay away. This then transitions into a powerful Spanish section, where the singer asserts "El llegó conmigo y conmigo se va" (He came with me and he leaves with me) and "Sus ojos son mío', eso no va a cambiar" (His eyes are mine, that won't change).
The song concludes with a final, emphatic repetition of the 'Hands Off Gabriela' chorus, interwoven with the Spanish declarations of ownership and love. The performance ends with applause, leaving a strong impression of the singer's resolve.