Songs such as "Celos", "Te Amo Demasiado", "Dominicano Soy", "Sonambulo", "Baila en la Calle" among others became popular in the 1980s. "Quisqueya", "No Podras", "Musica Latina", "Retorno" and "Me He Enamorado" were some of his big hits in the 1990s. In recent years he has had some health problems making performing a difficult task. But besides that he has still probably been the most important merengue singer in Dominican history.
Soy Dominicano
Fernando Villalona Lyrics
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Soy de una loma y lo llevo en la sangre
Montecriste
The lyrics to Fernando Villalona's song "Soy Dominicano" express a strong sense of national pride and identity. The singer declares that he is Dominican and that he will never forget his roots. He describes himself as coming from a hill (loma) and that this heritage is deeply ingrained in his blood (lo llevo en la sangre). The repetition of the phrase "Soy Dominicano" throughout the song reinforces this message and celebrates the unique cultural identity of the Dominican Republic.
The song can be viewed as a celebration of Dominican culture and heritage, highlighting the importance of remembering one's roots and preserving the traditions of a nation. The use of the word "loma" conjures up images of the Dominican landscape and the strong connection that many Dominicans feel to the land. The song offers a proud and uplifting message for listeners, encouraging them to embrace their own roots and identity.
Overall, "Soy Dominicano" is a powerful anthem that celebrates the unique identity of the Dominican people, their traditions, and their connection to their native land. By reminding listeners of their heritage, the song serves as a call to action, inspiring them to preserve their culture and work towards a brighter future for their country.
Line by Line Meaning
Domincano soy, de mis raices yo no voy a olvidarme
I am Dominican, and I will never forget my heritage.
Soy de una loma y lo llevo en la sangre
I come from a hill, and it runs through my veins.
Montecriste
This is the name of my birthplace.
Writer(s): Fernando Villalona
Contributed by Dominic W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dabiysolmorrobel4785
No se que me lleno más de orgullo
Si los comentarios de mi gente orgullosa de nuestra patria
Esta hermosa canción
O mi Grandísimo Orgullo de ser Dominicana.
Gracias Dios por permitirme nacer en esta tierra tan Hermosa
Llena de sabor y de gente buena
Viva el merengue y la bachata
Viva Nuestra bandera y que viva Nuestra gente Dominicana 🇩🇴♥️♥️♥️♥️
@71qban
Soy Cubano 100%. Esta es una bella canción y me emociono cuando la escucho. Que viva Quisqueya la bella!!
@july172
Quisqueya the mother Island ❤
@LuisRodriguez-fd2nk
Boricua hasta la muerte ✊🏿🇵🇷 apoyando a mis hermanos dominicanos 🇩🇴
@JosePena-nf2ru
Gracias hermano de ❤❤❤❤❤ José pena serlom masachuse
@djjoselitomix2176
mi respecto para usted hermano boricua
@jessc76
Soy hondurena y amo República Dominicana!! No sé porqué pero siempre me he sentido conectada con ese país!! 😍😍😍😍🇩🇴🇭🇳
@lorenajimenez5421
jessc76 gracias , venga a visitarla algún día
@genlipimentel2323
Gracias tan linda y que Dios te bendiga mucho...
@veycalla4946
🙏🇩🇴🌍
@emmanuelcaceres3360
Jessc76 te vas encantar.