It was founded by the singer and guitarrist Andrés Giménez in 1992 in Buenos Aires, Argentina with Aníbal Aló on drums and Marcelo Corvalán on bass and backing vocals.
They originally formed under the name of "Animal", but due to legal issues the name was quickly changed to the actual version. A.N.I.M.A.L.'s sound is that of heavy metal and most lyrics are in defense and in favor of ethnic minorities and original peoples of Latin America; this can be seen in many song titles like Solo Por Ser Indios ("Only For Being Indian"), Guerra De Razas ("Race War"), Poder Latino ("Latin Power") and Raza Castigada ("Punished Race").
The band's success grew taking it to play in most Latin American countries, the United States and Europe. In 1999, Iongtime bassist Marcelo "Corvata" Corvalan and then drummer Andres Vilanova (who joined the band at age 17, replacing Martín Carrizo) left the band . Marcelo and Andres were replaced by Cristian Lapolla and Marcelo Castro, however around this time the band entered a clear and slow downward spiral as many fans started losing interest in it.
After a year or so, Marcelo Castro was replaced by Javier Dorado who had briefly joined the band back in 1993 and was replaced in 2004 by Martín Carrizo who rejoined the band.
In 2006 it was announced that the band would take an indefinite break; this resulted in Martín Carrizo's (drummer) leaving the band and Andrés Giménez forming a new band called D'mente (word play meaning both demente ("lunatic") and devil mente ("devil mind", Andres' nickname).
Former members Marcelo "Corvata" Corvalan and Andres Vilanova now play together in the band carajo.
Gracias Doy
A.N.I.M.A.L. Lyrics
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Y ahora que vuelo bien, sinceramente, te diré:
Sólo gracias doy
Parece como si cuando se lo pedí escuchara mi afón,
Doy las gracias,
Podré continuar (x 2)
Lo que le falta a otros para sentirse en paz
Y solo gracias dar.
Un fruto bueno dio el árbol que creció
En el viejo jardín de lo anhelos.
Pienso que me ha tocado la fortuna con sus manos (x 4 )
Podré continuar (x 2)
The lyrics to A.N.I.M.A.L.'s song Gracias Doy speak of appreciating the precious things in life and acknowledging the good fortune that one has. The song begins with the lines "Al fin y al cabo sé que a través del tiempo voy" which translates to "In the end, I know that I'll make it through time." These lines establish a sense of optimism and confidence in the face of difficulty. The singer then goes on to say "Y ahora que vuelo bien, sinceramente, te diré: Sólo gracias doy," meaning "And now that I'm flying well, honestly, I will say: I only give thanks." These lines imply that the singer has overcome adversity and is grateful for the experience.
The next few verses speak of the singer's gratitude and appreciation for the people and things in their life. The line "Doy las gracias" translates to "I give thanks," and the singer goes on to say that they will be able to continue, even when others may struggle to find peace. The line "Un fruto bueno dio el árbol que creció en el viejo jardín de lo anhelos" translates to "A good fruit was given by the tree that grew in the old garden of desires." This imagery further reinforces the theme of recognizing the good things in life and being thankful for them. The song ends with the repetition of the line "Podré continuar" meaning "I will be able to continue," solidifying the message of perseverance and gratitude.
Line by Line Meaning
Al fin y al cabo sé que a través del tiempo voy
In the end, I know I am progressing through time
Y ahora que vuelo bien, sinceramente, te diré:
And now that I am flying well, I honestly tell you:
Sólo gracias doy
I give thanks only
Parece como si cuando se lo pedí escuchara mi afón,
It seems like when I asked for it, she heard the urgency in my voice,
Doy las gracias,
I give thanks
Podré continuar (x 2)
I will be able to continue
Aunque parezca poco aprendo a valorar
Although it may seem small, I am learning to value
Lo que le falta a otros para sentirse en paz
What others lack to feel at peace
Y solo gracias dar.
And only give thanks
Un fruto bueno dio el árbol que creció
A good fruit was given by the tree that grew
En el viejo jardín de lo anhelos.
In the old garden of desires.
Pienso que me ha tocado la fortuna con sus manos (x 4 )
I think luck has touched me with its hands
Podré continuar (x 2)
I will be able to continue
Contributed by Asher A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jorgehinojosa4061
At the end I know that im going throw time
And i now that i return well, sincerelly i say:
Just Thanks
It sems that, when i ask, it listen my will,
say thanks,
can go on
And, If it sems little
i learn to apreciate
what others lack
to feel in peace and only
say thanks
A good fruit gave
the tree that grow
in the old garden of desire.
I think that fortune touched me whith its hands,
I can go on
@catupecharly
Al fin y al cabo se que a través del tiempo voy Y ahora que VUELO BIEN, sinceramente, te diré: SÓLO GRACIAS DOY! Parece como si cuando SE LO pedí escuchara mi afán, doy las gracias, PODER continuar. Aunque parezca poco aprendo a valorar lo que le falta a otros para SENTIRSE EN PAZ y solo gracias dar. Un fruto bueno dio el árbol que creció en el viejo jardín de lo anhelos. Pienso que me ha tocado "la fortuna" con sus manos, PODER CONTINUAR.....PODRÉ CONTINUAR..
@aleedicion498
Hola en el 2020 ;que recuerdos de pendejo con mis pantalones 3 numeros mas... cadenas... Muñequeras .... las adidas ...etc... que recuerdos en medio de esta cuarentena; me saco una sonrisa Saludos
@ErraticReviews
I'm from United States. I have no idea what they are saying, but I love this band.
@ambimusic
the singer is Andres Gimenez ** second band " D-Mente " third band " De La Tierra "
@miguelangelord
I'm on the same situation ;) I don't understand what the bands from US says but I really love many of them ;)
@kacikek
Hello my friend. Im from Argentina. Sorry for my bad english. The song talk about give thank to LIFE...keep moving in the road of life,
"I have learn to appreciate thaths other dont have, and that way I feeling in peace and only say Thanks" - "I think the fortune touch me whith his hand"
@jorgehinojosa4061
At the end I know that im going throw time
And i now that i return well, sincerelly i say:
Just Thanks
It sems that, when i ask, it listen my will,
say thanks,
can go on
And, If it sems little
i learn to apreciate
what others lack
to feel in peace and only
say thanks
A good fruit gave
the tree that grow
in the old garden of desire.
I think that fortune touched me whith its hands,
I can go on
@b0ssgamingclips451
I'M THE SAME WITH RAMMSTIEN!
@AlexisGonzales
Busco este video hace por lo menos 5 años.Gran tema de mi adolescencia lo vi por mtv en 1999 con 16 años.
Gracias por compartirlo un abrazo desde Perú.
@sergiogrn5729
Alexis Gonzales ya esta como cuchito jaja