It was there that he met Paco de Lucía with whom he would record nine albums between 1969 and 1977. The two would tour extensively together during this period. As Paco de Lucía became more occupied with solo concert commitments, Camarón would work with one of Paco's students, Tomatito, also one of the important figures in modern flamenco guitar.
At the age of 23 Camarón married Dolores Montoya, a gypsy girl from La Línea de La Concepción who he nicknamed "La Chispa" (The Spark). At the time La Chispa was only fourteen. Shortly afterwards the couple had two children, and were eventually to have a total of four.
Many consider Camarón to be the single most popular and influential flamenco "cantaor" (singer) of the modern period. Although his work brought criticism from some traditionalists, he was one of the first to feature an electric bass in his songs. This was a turning point in the history of Flamenco music that helped distinguish Nuevo Flamenco.
All good things must come to an end though, and in 1992, José Monje Cruz died of lung cancer. It was estimated that more than 100,000 attended his funeral.
In 2005 director Jaime Chávarri brought out the biopic "Camarón" in Spain starring Óscar Jaeneda as Camarón himself and Verónica Sánchez as La Chispa.
The film, produced in consultation with Camarón's widow, was subsequently nominated for several Goya Awards.
Partial discography
with Paco de Lucía
"Al Verte las Flores Lloran" (1969)
"Cada Vez Que Nos Miramos" (1970)
"Son Tus Ojos Dos Estrellas" (1971)
"Canastera"* (1972)
"Caminito de Totana" (1973)
"Soy Caminante" (1974)
"Arte y Majestad" (1975)
"Rosa María" (1976)
"Castillo de Arena" (1977)
with Paco de Lucía & Tomatito
"Como el Agua" (1981)
"Calle Real" (1983)
"Viviré" (1984)
"Potro de Rabia y Miel" (1992)
with Tomatito
"Te lo Dice Camarón" (1986)
"Flamenco Vivo" (1987)
"Camarón Nuestro" (1994)
Other
"La Leyenda Del Tiempo" (1979)
Released as a solo album
"Soy Gitano" (1989)
Released with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, with guest appearances by Tomatito
The titles given for the first five albums with Paco de Lucía are those in popular usage, often being the titles of the first tracks. Formally, all of them are excitingly titled "El Camarón de la Isla con la colaboración especial de Paco de Lucía" with the exception of Canastera.
Volando voy
Camarón de la Isla Lyrics
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Volando voy, volando vengo
Por el camino yo me entretengo
Por el camino yo me entretengo
Enamorado de la vida que a veces duele
Enamorado de la vida que a veces duele
Si tengo frio busco candela
Y vola, volando, voy volando vengo, vengo
Vola, volando, voy volando vengo, vengo
Por el camino yo me entretengo
Por el camino yo me entretengo
Señoras y señores sepan ustedes
Señoras y señores sepan ustedes
Que la flor de la noche, pa' quien la merece
Que la flor de la noche, pa' quien la merece
Y vola, volando voy volando vengo, vengo
Vola, volando voy volando vengo, vengo
Por el camino yo me entretengo
Por el camino yo me entretengo
Enamorado de la vida que a veces duele
Enamorado de la vida que a veces duele
Yo no soy quien soy ni los que me quieren
Yo no soy quien soy ni los que me quieren
Y vola, volando voy volando vengo, vengo
Vola, volando voy volando vengo, vengo
Por el camino yo me entretengo
Por el camino yo me entretengo
In Camarón de la Isla's song "Volando voy," the singer expresses his love for life despite its painful moments. The lyrics suggest that life is like a journey that one must enjoy despite its ups and downs. The chorus repeats the refrain "Volando voy" and "Volando vengo," which can be interpreted as the singer's free spirit and his acceptance of impermanence. He is always moving, never in one place for long, and enjoying the ride.
The verse "Si tengo frio busco candela" (If I'm cold, I seek fire) represents the idea that the singer seeks comfort in life's simple pleasures. He finds warmth in the love of others and is willing to accept help when he needs it. The verse "Que la flor de la noche, pa' quien la merece" (The flower of the night, for those who deserve it) conveys the idea that one should appreciate life's beauty only when one is deserving of it. One should not take beauty for granted, but rather earn it.
The final verse, "Yo no soy quien soy ni los que me quieren" (I am not who I am, nor those who love me) suggests that the singer is complex and not easily defined. He is not only the sum of his actions or the opinions of others, but rather a combination of many things. The line echoes the idea that life is often a mystery, and one should embrace its uncertainties and accept oneself fully.
Line by Line Meaning
Volando voy, volando vengo
I travel through life without a care, coming and going as I please
Por el camino yo me entretengo
Along the way, I entertain myself with whatever comes my way
Enamorado de la vida que a veces duele
I'm in love with life, even when it hurts
Si tengo frio busco candela
If I'm cold, I find a flame to warm me up
Señoras y señores sepan ustedes
Ladies and gentlemen, let me tell you
Que la flor de la noche, pa' quien la merece
That the flower of the night belongs to those who deserve it
Yo no soy quien soy ni los que me quieren
I am not just who I am or who others want me to be
Y vola, volando, voy volando vengo, vengo
So I fly, coming and going, never stopping
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jose Maria Sanfeliu
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@maitefriascanizares4513
fuiste una buena persona y tienes un corazón muy grande saludos desde cabra
@JorgeMillaoficial
Camarón vive, siempre el mejor, gracias maestro, saludos desde Perú
@diegofernandezla
Cuanto talento este Camarón❤ que maravilla esto que encontre yo escuchaba ese disco todos los dias durante 5 años bendito seas Camarón ❤❤❤❤
@jotadehawks6782
Como bajista, se me hace muy curioso ver dos bajos tocando en la misma canción (acompañamiento y solos), y además tremendos! Todo un lujo para mis oídos.
@JP-en7cc
Gracias por dedicarle ests canción a Carrero Blanco. Es un gesto muy bonito
@hernangogol343
Fue todo, un gran Embajador de el SUR! y despues de Espania. Grande de los GRANDES! Camaron. 👏🧐
@ivanheredia.730herediarome4
Ya no habrá otro grande jose
@luisdejudith1129
Rey del flamenco
@felipesanchez5272
Super genial 👏🏼👌🏼👏🏼👌🏼👏🏼
@JosePepin-cy2hy
In hombre mágico lleno de alegría y pasarlo bien su sonrisa era la de ángel