Aterciopelados, whose name translates as "The Velvety Ones," was formed by former members of Delia Y Los Aminoacidos -- Andrea Echeverri, who plays acoustic guitar and sings lead, and Héctor Buitrago, who plays bass guitar. The original drummer Andres Giraldo* was replaced by Alejandro Duque in 1995 and the original guitar player Charlie Marquez was replaced by Alejandro Gomez Caceras in 1997. Also, lead singer Andrea Echeverri was chosen by Gustavo Cerati to sing "En la Ciudad de la Furia" for Soda Stereo's MTV Unplugged album.
Andrés Giraldo was also part of the Bogotá based band Bloque de Busqueda, known for their mix of artisan / folkloric music with a modern twist full of prominent beats.
Echeverri came out with a self-titled solo album in 2004, "Aemeo" is the lead song in this album.
The band recieved Grammy award nominations in 1997 and 1998.
In October of 2006 they released the album Oye, just a couple of months after Héctor Buitrago came out with his Conhector first solo album.
Ataque de Risa
Aterciopelados Lyrics
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Ataque de risa, invasión de sonrisas, (2)
De canto why de baile las milicias (2)
En vez de karate, propongo caricias,
En vez de bomba, bombón
En vez de que te maten, tomate un rico mate
Why en vez de pelear propongo enamorar.
Disparo flores, bombardeo amores,(2)
Ataque de risa, invasión de sonrisas, (2)
De canto why de baile las milicias (2)
En vez de trincheras, propongo trineos,
En vez de bunker, el yunque,
En vez de soldados, mejor hermanos,
Why en vez de pelear, propongo enamorar.
En vez de matanzas, prefiero la danza,
En vez de minas, mininas,
En vez de combates, prefiero chocolates,
Why en vez de pelear, propongo enamorar
En vez de una guerra, millones de estrellas,
En vez de balas, yo quiero alas,
En vez de muerte, prefiero suerte,
Why en vez de llorar, mejor voy a cantar, (2)
Why en vez de pelear, propongo enamorar (2)
The song "Ataque de Risa" by Aterciopelados is a call for love, peace, and happiness over conflict and war. The lyrics suggest that instead of using violence and aggression, we should shower each other with love and kindness. The opening lines "Disparo flores, bombardeo amores" (I shoot flowers, bombard love) set the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics propose a humorous and playful way of resolving conflicts, where instead of karate, we should offer caresses, instead of bombs, candy, and instead of fighting, we should fall in love.
The song refers to various military terms, such as militias, trenches, and soldiers, but the tone of the lyrics remains playful and sarcastic. The lines "En vez de bunker, el yunque" (Instead of a bunker, the anvil) convey the idea that we should use tools for peace instead of weapons. The verses propose various alternatives to traditional war tactics, such as exchanging chocolates instead of engaging in combat or riding sleds instead of hiding in trenches.
The message of "Ataque de Risa" is simple but powerful: we should choose love over hate and peace over war. The song encourages us to laugh, sing, and dance instead of fighting. It's an appeal to humanity to live in harmony and reject violence and aggression.
Line by Line Meaning
Disparo flores, bombardeo amores,
I spread love and happiness like bullets, showering people with flowers and love.
Ataque de risa, invasión de sonrisas,
I bring joy and laughter everywhere I go, making people smile and laugh.
De canto why de baile las milicias
I use music and dance as my weapons, engaging everyone in peaceful ways.
En vez de karate, propongo caricias,
Instead of using violence, I suggest using love and tenderness.
En vez de bomba, bombón
Instead of a bomb, how about a sweet treat?
En vez de que te maten, tomate un rico mate
Rather than getting killed, let's have a nice cup of tea.
Why en vez de pelear propongo enamorar.
Instead of fighting, let's love one another.
En vez de trincheras, propongo trineos,
Instead of trenches, let's have sleighs.
En vez de bunker, el yunque,
Instead of bunkers, let's have anvils.
En vez de soldados, mejor hermanos,
Instead of soldiers, let's be brothers.
En vez de matanzas, prefiero la danza,
Rather than massacres, let's dance.
En vez de minas, mininas,
Instead of landmines, let's have cute girls.
En vez de combates, prefiero chocolates,
Instead of battles, let's eat chocolate.
Why en vez de pelear, propongo enamorar.
Instead of fighting, let's love one another.
En vez de una guerra, millones de estrellas,
Rather than war, let's have millions of stars.
En vez de balas, yo quiero alas,
Instead of bullets, I want wings.
En vez de muerte, prefiero suerte,
Rather than death, I prefer luck.
Why en vez de llorar, mejor voy a cantar,
Instead of crying, I'd rather sing.
Why en vez de pelear, propongo enamorar
Instead of fighting, let's love one another.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA/AMCOS
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CRISTIAN CAMILO GARCÍA -MONROY
¡Esto debería ser enseñado en todas las aulas de clase del mundo! ¡Como no amar la música de este gran grupo, ellos deben ser patrimonio nacional!
¡Gracias Andrea, gracias Héctor!
Diana Milena Quiñónez
Es demasiado hermosa está canción 💜💜💜
Miguel Garcia
Esto es mejor q las rondas infantiles de ahora
Neo☆Spacian
8 AÑOS buscando este hermosisimo video ♡♡♡
Humberto Muñoz
Igual yo jajaja
Salm Mora
Este vídeo me hace llorar de lo lindo que es ✨💙 Héctor, Andreíta, nunca nos dejen ✨💙
vladimir galvis
que energia tan bella
Angelica Acosta T
La energía de Andrea y Hector es tanta.... La mejor banda en mi vida.
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Gabriela Rueda N
Es hermosaaa😍😍