Guantanamera
Anaju & Nía Correia Lyrics

Guantanamera, guajira guantanamera
A tribute to the traditional folk song of Cuba that has historical significance and cultural importance.

De mi Cuba soberana
Remembrance of Cuba's sovereignty and the beauty that comes with it.

Recuerdo aquel murmurillo
The soothing sound of flowing water that reminds of the serene surroundings of Cuba.

Del río junto al bohío
The river that runs along the countryside hut and symbolizes the simplicity of Cuban life.

Que era una estampa cubana
The picturesque view of Cuban countryside with its rivers, huts and natural surroundings.

Yo soy un sincero, dijo Martí
The honest confession of Cuban patriot, Jose Marti.

De donde crece la palma
The recognition of Cuba as the land of palm trees.

Y antes de morir, yo quiero
The desire to express oneself before the ultimate end i.e death.

Cantar mis besos del alma
To sing about the most intimate feelings with the deepest passion.

Agua
A brief interlude that highlights the importance of water in Cuban life.

Guantanamera (Guantanamo)
A plea to the listener to appreciate the significance of Guantanamo.

Guajira guantanamera (dícelo Anaju)
Anaju's assertion that this song is a tribute to the cuban classic Guajira Guantanamera.

Guantanamera (te digo caballero)
A nod to the male listener, addressed as caballero, urging them to remember the Cuban legacy.

Guajira guantanamera (pa' que lo goce mama)
An exhortation to the female listener, addressed as mama, to enjoy the Cuban music and culture.

Guantanamera
A repetition of the iconic chorus that salutes the Cuban rhythms and traditions of the past.

Guajira guantanamera
Reiteration of the line that connects the listeners to the soulful expressions of Cuban culture.