ANIBAL TITO RIVERA - Composer / Arranger, congero, and lead vocalist Self-taught in the art of playing guitar / Cuatro and congas, born in Brooklyn, NY de sangre Boricua blessed with the ability to spontaneously create swinging melodies, and lyrics at an early age. He worked with several local bands including the Xavier Cugat Orchestra y Pipo y La Superior, but for creative differences, decided to focus on his musical calling. After attending a refresher course on music theory at Boys Harbor Tito joined forces with Tom and recruited a group of excellent musicians and creating the unique sound of Grupo Latin Vibe.
TOMMY MATTIOLI Vibraphonist and Composer/Arranger from Rochester, NY, raised in Madison, Wisconsin where he attended the University of Wisconsin, and earned a B.A. in percussion with an emphasis in jazz vibraphone. Relocating to Brooklyn, in 1992, he went on to study timbales and piano at Boys Harbor, strongly influenced by legendary artists, such as, Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, Cal Tjader, La Sonora Poncena, and many jazz greats, including T. Monk. Tommy developed a taste for arranging classic tunes, which has earned him the respect and admiration of countless musicians.
AWILDA MERCEDES SANTIAGO Vocals / Hand Percusion Fronting the group with her electri- fying stage presence, Awilda is the spiritual ambiance of Grupo Latin Vibe. Coached in the art of singing by soul-mate, Anibal Tito Rivera, she has been a loyal friend to fellow band members and all those who surround her, Awilda never fails to WOW the audience into a frenzy with her uplifting personality and charisma. Without a doubt, Awilda has proven to be an insatiable, dynamic entertainer. Dedicated member of the band since its inception and affectionately loved by all.
CARLOS VELAZQUEZ Bass Has performed with The Joe Papp and The Familia Marvin Pancho Camillo theater groups . The Henry street settlement Symphony orchestra and legendary artists: From New York- Hector Lavoe, Jose Fajardo y Sus Estrellas, Adalberto Santiago, Pete Conde Rodriguez, Ismael Quintana, Jonny Pacheco . From Puerto Rico- Rafael Cortijo, El Sonero Mayor Ismael Rivera, Daniel Santos, Frankie Ruiz, Paquito Guzman, Iris Chacon and Luigi Texidor y La Sonora Poncena Del Ayel. From Santo Domingo- El Duende, Nunes y Sus Meregeros , Raulin Rosendo and El Siegito De Nagua. From Colombia- Jerry Galante, Diego Gale, Eddie Martinez and other artists of the Caribbean, South America and Europe.
WILLIAM PAUL RODRIGUEZ Piano / Vocals has worked with numerous bands including the David Cedeno Orchestra, was also featured along side Oscar Hernandez in the off-broadway musical show La Lupe.
GIANCARLO ANDERSON Bongo Panamanian percussionist with the ability to perform various instruments in varied styles and genres. He has performed with great salsa singers such as Gabino Pampini, Cano Estremera, Eddie Santiago, Maelo Ruiz, among others; and renowned trumpet player Victor Vitin Paz. His New York musical experience includes the Off-Broadway show Godspell, Leehman College Latin Jazz Band and local salsa bands. He studies at Boys Harbor Conservatory where he has had the opportunity to perform in its Big Band.
VICTOR RENDON Timbales / Drums Has worked with legends: The Xavier Cugat Orchestra, Chico OFarrill, Mongo Santamaria, Carlos PATATO Valdes, Ray Santos, other great recording artists and co-leader of The Latin Jazz Orchestra.
La Llave
Grupo Latin Vibe Lyrics
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Se me quedó la llave, Juliana, se me quedó pegada en la puerta
Se me quedó la llave, Mercedes, se me quedó la llave, Carmela
Se me quedó la llave, Juliana, se me quedó pegada en la puerta
Se me quedó la llave, Mercedes, se me quedó la llave, Carmela
Se me quedó la llave, Juliana, se me quedó pegada en la puerta
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
Si no me abres la puerta me quedo aquí en el hondo
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
¡Abre la puerta que soy yo!
Te traigo un ramito de flores, Carmela, y una sopita de camarón
¡Abre la puerta que soy yo!
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
¡Abre la puerta que soy yo!
Y una cajita de chocolate a Mercedes, dueña de mi amor
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
¡Abre la puerta que soy yo!
Ay, tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
¡Ábreme la puerta, te lo ruego por favor!
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
¡Abre la puerta que soy yo!
¡En hora buena!
¡Mercedes, Mercedes, abre la puerta que soy yo, chica!
Aquí, tú no me venga a fastidiar más, ¿OK?
¡Vete, vete ya!
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom…
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
Abre la puerta, dueña de mi corazón
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
Ay, prende la radiola y apaga la televisión
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
Y cuando entre, vamos a bailar un son
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
Abre la puerta, por favor!
The lyrics of Grupo Latin Vibe's song La Llave tell the story of a man who has accidentally left his key stuck in the door and is trying to get in to see his love interest. He sings to three women, Mercedes, Carmela, and Juliana, pleading with them to open the door for him. He brings gifts of flowers, shrimp soup, and chocolates to show his affection, but ultimately relies on the women's kindness to let him in.
The repetitive nature of the chorus, with its insistent rhythm and pleas for entry, creates a sense of urgency and desperation in the song. The man's promises of gifts and declarations of love are juxtaposed with the frustration he feels at not being able to enter the house. The line "Aquí, tú no me venga a fastidiar más" adds a touch of conflict and tension to the story, hinting at a larger backstory of the man and woman's relationship.
Overall, La Llave is a catchy and upbeat song that captures the feeling of being locked out of a loved one's life and the lengths one will go to try to make things right.
Line by Line Meaning
Se me quedó la llave, Mercedes, se me quedó la llave, Carmela
I left the key behind, Mercedes, I left the key behind, Carmela
Se me quedó la llave, Juliana, se me quedó pegada en la puerta
I left the key behind, Juliana, it got stuck in the door
Tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
instrumental
¡Abre la puerta que soy yo!
Open the door, it's me!
Si no me abres la puerta me quedo aquí en el hondo
If you don't open the door, I'll stay out here in the depths
Te traigo un ramito de flores, Carmela, y una sopita de camarón
I brought you a bouquet of flowers, Carmela, and a shrimp soup
Y una cajita de chocolate a Mercedes, dueña de mi amor
And a little box of chocolates for Mercedes, owner of my heart
Ay, tum tum pa tum pom pom pom
instrumental
¡Ábreme la puerta, te lo ruego por favor!
Open the door, I beg of you!
¡En hora buena!
Congratulations!
¡Mercedes, Mercedes, abre la puerta que soy yo, chica!
Mercedes, Mercedes, open the door, it's me, girl!
Aquí, tú no me venga a fastidiar más, ¿OK?
Don't come here to bother me anymore, OK?
¡Vete, vete ya!
Go away, go away now!
Abre la puerta, dueña de mi corazón
Open the door, owner of my heart
Ay, prende la radiola y apaga la televisión
Turn on the radio and turn off the TV
Y cuando entre, vamos a bailar un son
And when I come in, we're going to dance a son
Abre la puerta, por favor!
Open the door, please!
Contributed by Tyler R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@pelitodemono
No conocía este tema, ni tampoco la agrupación, pero es un excelente tema, desde que lo escuche la primera vez me gusto, el sonido de la agrupación es nítida, y eso acordes de la salsa brava, en verdad que bueno, para no tener instrumentos de viento, el sonido es excelente, que viva la salsa
@mayre1982
Puse el vídeo para evitar escuchar algo y entre las encuestas silenciosas y los anuncios silenciosos, terminé escuchando todo lo que no quería.
@Csaldarriagag
Tremenda melodía, espectacular para el bailador y todos aquellos que nos gusta el buen ritmo y la buena salsa carajo. Un abrazo familia salsera desde Caldas Antioquia y puro Medallo
@francoojaviersanchez5275
Escuchar esta canción, cerrar los ojos y dejar q ese maravilloso ritmo te acelere el corazón y q tus pies marquen el tiempo del ritmo...pareciera q estás levitando... increíble que viva la SALSAAAAAAAA....POR SIEMPRE DESDES ARGENTINA ABRAZOS GENTE HERMOSA DIOS LOS BENDIGA MUCHO A TODOS!!!
@lourdescazares4048
Que lindo! Javier 💜🌎❤
@lourdescazares4048
Siiiiii que viva la Salsa, que nos levanta de todo !
@rociourbizagastegui
❤
@josevelasquez9604
Desde que empece a oir esta musica he estado teniendo la fantasia de estar bailando esta melodia con la orquesta en vivo
@rociourbizagastegui
Yo la bailé hace una hora en una sala de salsa en Málaga .
En estilo mambo on2 con una gente que ni conozco pero fue exquisito ❤😂💃🏽🕺🏼
@ancasimonas.4089
BEST SALSA SONG EVER !......LA AMO ABSOLUTAMENTE 💖 Saludos desde Rumanía !