Cri-Cri is known as the "grillito cantor" or "the singing cricket". He is a character created by Francisco Gabilondo Soler in his childhood and may even be considered "his inner personality"
The character became so famous and gave its author such renown, that it became a second name for Gabilondo. In the mid part of the 20th century he became the most recognizable singer of children's songs in Spanish. Gabilondo's dedication to this segment of the population has been greatly admired, comparable to Walt Disney in his honest approach to making life fun for those who are getting started in life.
Mi Burrita
Cri-Cri Lyrics
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a la orilla del camino
tiene la pezuña fina
y el pelambre también fino
como la vi tan bonita
le pedi su corazón
y me dijo la burrita
no,no,no,no,no,no,no.
Y desde entonces voy suspirando
y en suspirar pensando en ti
en ti burrita de los prados
la de pelitos esponjados
seré poeta, tendré melena
haré un poema para ti
porque dijiste rebuznando
pues que no en vez que sí.
Hay una burrita hermosa
por allá en los sembrados
tiene el hociquito rosa
y los ojos entornados
como la vi tan preciosa
le pedi su corazón
y me contestó furiosa
no, no, no, no, no, no,
que no, que no, que no, que no.
Hay una burrita hermosa
por allá en los sembrados
tiene el hociquito rosa
y los ojos entornados
como la vi tan preciosa
le pedí su corazón
y me contestó furiosa
no, no, no, no, no, no,
que no, que no, que no, que no.
The song "Mi Burrita" by Cri-Cri is a playful and humorous ode to a beautiful and stubborn female donkey (burrita). The singer of the song becomes smitten with the burrita and begins to pursue her, but she repeatedly rejects his advances with a resounding "no". Despite her rejections, the singer continues to dream about her and even imagines himself as a poet with a flowing mane, writing a poem for her.
The lyrics themselves are simple and repetitive, relying on a playful, sing-song rhythm that emphasizes the playful nature of the song. However, the underlying theme of unrequited love and the singer's persistence in the face of rejection give the song a deeper emotional resonance. In that sense, the song can be seen as a lighthearted yet poignant meditation on the complexities of human desire.
Overall, "Mi Burrita" is a catchy and memorable tune that captures the spirit of Cri-Cri's unique brand of whimsical storytelling. The song's combination of humor and pathos, along with its simple yet effective lyrics and melody, have ensured its enduring popularity among audiences of all ages.
Line by Line Meaning
Hay una burrita hermosa a la orilla del camino tiene la pezuña fina y el pelambre también fino como la vi tan bonita le pedi su corazón y me dijo la burrita no,no,no,no,no,no,no.
There is a beautiful donkey by the side of the road with a delicate hoof and a fine coat. When I saw how pretty she was, I asked for her heart, but the donkey replied with a firm 'no.'
Y desde entonces voy suspirando y en suspirar pensando en ti en ti burrita de los prados la de pelitos esponjados seré poeta, tendré melena haré un poema para ti porque dijiste rebuznando pues que no en vez que sí.
Since then, I have been sighing and thinking of you, beautiful donkey of the meadow with your fluffy hair. I will become a poet, grow long hair, and write a poem for you because you said 'no' instead of 'yes' while braying.
Hay una burrita hermosa por allá en los sembrados tiene el hociquito rosa y los ojos entornados como la vi tan preciosa le pedi su corazón y me contestó furiosa no, no, no, no, no, no, que no, que no, que no, que no.
There is a beautiful donkey out there in the fields with a pink snout and half-closed eyes. When I saw how lovely she was, I asked for her heart, but she replied with anger, saying 'no, no, no, no, no, no, definitely not.'
Contributed by Molly N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gabriela Blue
Me encanta!!!!! era mi favorita cuando estaba pequeña!!! :3
Gustavo Delgado Sánchez
Muchas gracias por compartir esta hermosa canción de don Francisco Gabilondo, quien hizo las delicias de al menos dos generaciones de mexicanos, en un México que ya no volverá a ser como antes. Que Dios la bendiga.
Susy Di
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Angelica Velasco Martinez
:D Es mi favorita, gracias a ti por apreciarla
León
Crecí escuchando Cri y Cri a el debo mi inclinación por la música y la escritura
denis garcia
Creci con estas hermosas canciones y mis hijas también, ahora son adolescentes y aún disfrutan escuchando esta hermosa música que les trae bellos recuerdos, cómo a mi ♥️
Diego Vazquez Lemus
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