Barrio Definition

barrio
noun
  1. a Spanish-speaking quarter in a town or city (especially in the United States)
  2. an urban area in a Spanish-speaking country

"Barrio" in song lyrics

See how barrio is used in real songs:

  • "ya saben que soy el fresco del barrio"
    7 Notas 7 Colores — Buah!
  • "My papito, mamacita in the barrio"
    Bizzy Bone f/ Mr. Criminal — When We Ride
  • "Barrio a barrio"
    Code Blue f/ Sen Dog (Cypress Hill) — I'm a Rhydah

Usage tips for "barrio"

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