Cabálgalo
Jeites Lyrics
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La historia mística de comenzar a andar
Camino destino
Semilla que soy y vos el escorpión
Cuando soy león vos sos dragón
No puedo ser fuerte siempre
Aunque quiero, en tu cuarto soy sincero y vos
Cabalgalo, cabalgalo oh cabalga
Cabalgalo, cabalgalo oh cabalga
Pájaros nadando en la pared
Te ven, pinceladas a tu desnudez
Las ideas van volando en libertad
Y en el abrazo nos vamos quedando dormidos
Por fin a descansar
Por fin a descansar
Hay en tu cuarto
Una canción sonando
Guerrera soy tu espada y vos mi escudo en este mundo
Que gira desnudo y se va de su órbita
Destruyendo las murallas va
Ya no temo por mi
No temo a la guerra
Oh no, sos mi escudo nena
Un indio sabio y un corcel de Dios
Cabalgalo, cabalgalo oh cabalga
Cabalgalo, cabalgalo oh cabalga
Cabalgalo, cabalgalo oh cabalga
Cabalgalo, cabalgalo
The lyrics of Jeites's song Cabálgalo are rich in symbolism and mysticism. The first verse refers to an "Indian sage" in a room, whose presence evokes the idea of ancient knowledge and wisdom. The phrase "la historia mística de comenzar a andar" ("the mystical history of starting to walk") suggests that this knowledge is related to a spiritual journey or quest, which the singer sees as their destiny.
The following lines introduce the two main characters in this symbolic story: the singer and their partner. The singer describes themselves as a "semilla" ("seed"), perhaps highlighting their potential for growth and transformation, while their partner is described as a "scorpion" and a "dragon". These animals are often associated with power, cunning, and danger, suggesting that the singer sees their partner as a formidable presence in their life.
The chorus is a call to action: "Cabálgalo" ("ride it"). The metaphor of riding a horse or a "corcel de Dios" ("steed of God") evokes a sense of freedom, strength, and purpose. The repeated line "cabálgalo, oh cabalga" emphasizes the urgency and importance of this action, which may represent the spiritual awakening or transformation that the singer seeks.
The second verse paints a more peaceful and intimate scene, with birds swimming on the wall and the two partners embracing. The phrase "las ideas van volando en libertad" ("the ideas fly freely") suggests that this moment of intimacy and vulnerability allows for creativity and inspiration to flourish. The final lines of the verse express a sense of relief and rest after a long journey: "por fin a descansar" ("at last, to rest").
The final verse brings back the imagery of war and conflict, but this time the singer declares that they are not afraid, since their partner is their "shield". The repetition of "cabálgalo" at the end reinforces the idea that riding towards a goal or a vision is the key to overcoming fear and doubt.
Overall, the lyrics of Cabálgalo create a rich landscape of symbols and metaphors, inviting the listener on a spiritual journey towards freedom and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
Hay en tu cuarto un indio sabio
In your room there is a wise Indian
La historia mística de comenzar a andar
The mystical story of starting to walk
Camino destino
Destiny path
Semilla que soy y vos el escorpión
I am the seed and you are the scorpion
Cuando soy león vos sos dragón
When I am a lion, you are a dragon
No puedo ser fuerte siempre
I can't always be strong
Aunque quiero, en tu cuarto soy sincero y vos
Although I want to, in your room I am sincere and you are too
Pájaros nadando en la pared
Birds swimming on the wall
Te ven, pinceladas a tu desnudez
They see you, brushstrokes of your nakedness
Las ideas van volando en libertad
Ideas fly freely
Y en el abrazo nos vamos quedando dormidos
And in the embrace we fall asleep
Por fin a descansar
Finally rest
Hay en tu cuarto
In your room
Una canción sonando
A song playing
Guerrera soy tu espada y vos mi escudo en este mundo
I am your sword and you are my shield in this world
Que gira desnudo y se va de su órbita
That spins naked and goes out of its orbit
Destruyendo las murallas va
Destroying the walls it goes
Ya no temo por mi
I am no longer afraid for myself
No temo a la guerra
I am not afraid of war
Oh no, sos mi escudo nena
Oh no, you are my shield, girl
Un indio sabio y un corcel de Dios
A wise Indian and a God's steed
Cabálgalo, cabálgalo oh cabalga
Ride it, ride it, oh ride it
Cabálgalo, cabálgalo oh cabalga
Ride it, ride it, oh ride it
Cabálgalo, cabálgalo oh cabalga
Ride it, ride it, oh ride it
Cabálgalo, cabálgalo
Ride it, ride it
Contributed by Peyton C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.