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.
Milagro
A.N.I.M.A.L. Lyrics
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De todo aquel que se entregue al esfuerzo
Y sepa poder dar la mejor, dedicacin para hacer buena la suerte. Un ideal se
Convierte en apuesta, una misión dirigiendo
Tareas, todo tendrás, todo perdés, siempre
Estas comenzando, despertando
Milagro es la magia y la fuerza al querer
Juntar nuestro poder buscando sostener
Puedes no ver si entre sombras se esconde
Toda verdad es un saber que
Alguna vez conocimos, descubrimos
Milagro es la magia y la fuerza al querer
Juntar nuestro poder buscando sostener
La raz de nuestra propia unión. Toda verdad es un saber que
Alguna vez conocimos, descubrimos
The lyrics of the song "Milagro" by A.N.I.M.A.L. speak about the concept of miracle and that it is possible for anyone who is willing to put in the effort to achieve it. The song talks about turning one's ideals into a bet and a mission, and how everything is gained or lost in the process. The lyrics emphasize the beginning and the awakening of the person, and the importance of the magic and the strength that comes from wanting to sustain the roots of one's own union.
The song highlights the fact that one might doubt what they do not know or see, but all truths are something that we have discovered or known at some point in our lives. The theme of the song is one of positivity and that miracles are possible when we work hard towards our goals with dedication and unity. It urges the listener to have faith and to believe in the power of coming together as a group.
Line by Line Meaning
Creo saber que el milagro es un hecho
I believe that miracles are true, but they require effort and dedication to make them happen.
De todo aquel que se entregue al esfuerzo
Anyone who puts in the effort can achieve miracles.
Y sepa poder dar la mejor, dedicación para hacer buena la suerte.
By giving their best effort and dedication, they can improve their luck and create their own miracles.
Un ideal se convierte en apuesta, una misión dirigiendo tareas
An ideal can become a bet, a guiding mission that directs our actions.
Todo tendrás, todo perdés, siempre estás comenzando, despertando
You will gain and lose everything, but you are always starting anew, awakening to new possibilities.
Milagro es la magia y la fuerza al querer
Miracles are the result of the magic and strength of our desires.
Juntar nuestro poder buscando sostener la raíz de nuestra propia unión.
By coming together and supporting our own roots, we can unleash our collective power and create miracles.
Puedes descreer de lo que no conoces, puedes no ver si entre sombras se esconde
It's possible to doubt what you don't understand and miss what's hidden in the shadows.
Toda verdad es un saber que alguna vez conocimos, descubrimos
All truths are something we've learned or discovered at some point in our lives.
Contributed by Abigail Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.