1971's Fania All Stars Live At The Cheetah volumes one and two became the biggest selling Latin albums ever produced by one group from one concert, Produced by Larry Harlow.
Among the many salsa musicians that performed with the group were Conga players, Mongo Santamaria and Ray Barretto and presently Mr Marcha, Eddie Montalvo, Singers Ruben Blades, Cheo Feliciano, Hector Lavoe, Celia Cruz, Pete "El Conde" Rodriguez, Trombonist Willie Colon, Pianists Larry Harlow, Papo Lucca, Eddie Palmieri, The Timbale King Tito Puente, Timbalero Nicky Marrero and bassist Bobby Valentin among others.
As a group, Fania All-Stars outlived Fania Records, which is now owned by EMusic.
Picadillo
Fania All-Stars Lyrics
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Is a day without your loving baby
One look, one look and well seem as one
That's how easy we communicate
A single match can make a fire begin
A single kiss and I'm warm within girl
Gotta hold on to this feeling
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got
Gonna blow, blow for ya
'Cause I love, love, love, ya now
Your love, your love got a hold on me now
Don't change, don't change and turn cold on me, girl
No how it's got a signed guarantee
Your warranty depends on me
If love, if love could sign a dotted line
It would surely fine your name next to mine
To be sure we keep the love we got
Just keep them kisses comin'
It ain't hard, girl
Gotta hold on to this feeling
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got now
Gotta hold on to this feeling
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got now
Gotta blow, blow, blow for ya
'Cause I love, love, love ya now
The lyrics of Fania All-Stars' song Picadillo speak about the importance of holding onto one's love and the little things that keep it alive. The song starts off by saying that a day without love is like a day without sunshine. The singer then talks about how communication is easy between them and their partner with just a single look. The use of a simile helps emphasize how intimate and strong their connection is.
The following verse is about how simple actions or gestures can spark a flame and create a warm feeling within the singer. The repetition of the phrase 'gotta hold on to this feeling' highlights the importance of cherishing and maintaining this connection. The chorus is an expression of the singer's love and devotion to their partner. They say that they will blow for them, indicating that they will do anything for them. The following verse reassures their love that they will never turn cold or change, and that the warranty on their relationship depends on the singer.
This song is an expression of love, devotion, and the importance of holding on to one's partner. It highlights how little things like communication, gestures, and physical touch can keep a relationship alive. The repeated use of the phrase 'gotta hold on to this feeling' emphasizes how important it is to keep working on one's love and the relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
The day without the shining sun
A day without your love is dull and lifeless like a day without sunshine.
Is a day without your loving baby
Without your love, life loses its meaning and purpose.
One look, one look and we'll seem as one
It's easy for us to understand each other with just a single glance.
That's how easy we communicate
Our communication is effortless and flows naturally.
A single match can make a fire begin
Just like a single match can start a big fire, a small gesture can ignite a great love.
A single kiss and I'm warm within girl
Just one kiss from you can make me feel all warm and loved inside.
Gotta hold on to this feeling
We need to cherish and maintain this wonderful feeling of love and closeness.
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got
We need to hold on tight to this amazing love that we share.
Gonna blow, blow for ya
I'll do everything I can for you, because I love you so much.
'Cause I love, love, love, ya now
I am deeply in love with you right now and always will be.
Your love, your love got a hold on me now
Your love has taken hold of me and I can't imagine life without you.
Don't change, don't change and turn cold on me, girl
Please don't ever change and become distant or cold towards me, my love.
No how it's got a signed guarantee
Our love is solid and has a guaranteed future together, no matter what.
Your warranty depends on me
Our love's continuation depends on both of us working together and putting in effort.
If love, if love could sign a dotted line
If love was a contract, we would both sign on the dotted line without hesitation.
It would surely find your name next to mine
Our names would be right next to each other on the contract, showing that we are meant to be together.
To be sure we keep the love we got
We need to make sure that we maintain and strengthen the love we currently have.
Just keep them kisses comin'
We just need to keep expressing our love through simple gestures like kisses.
It ain't hard, girl
Maintaining our love is not difficult, as long as we continue to put in effort.
Gotta hold on to this feeling
We must try to preserve this feeling of love and closeness.
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got now
We need to securely grasp this wonderful love that we have right now.
Gotta blow, blow, blow for ya
I'll do anything to show you how much I love you and to keep our relationship strong.
'Cause I love, love, love ya now
The depth of my love for you is immeasurable and eternal.
Contributed by Alexis H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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ninajar84
Tremenda fusión, cuando se hacía buena música, experimentado con otros géneros musicales como el Jazz, Rock, excelente tema del año 1976 creo.
Alicia Jimenez
Es un verdadero placer escuchar esto ❤😍
Son del Caribe y otros ritmos🎼
Fania buscando hacer otra música jazz. Para el momento este Lp no tuvo éxito en el mercado musical del 76-77. Con el pasar del tiempo se reinvindico. Hoy en día una verdadera joya musical.
Michael Pierce
Brilliant..I heard this in the 70s..big Winwood fan..he adds so much to it...but even without him...great track...and great album
Berkin Altinok
How big of a fan are you? :)
Hector Mendez
This is pure funky Salsa with a dash of Jazz & Rock.Fania all stars kicking ass to max.
IVAN DARIO CELIS VILLA
La Mejor Versión de Todas... Una Melodía
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