Joe Arroyo was born in Cartagena. At the age of ten he was already singing in one of Cartagenas' popular music halls. His father had 40 sons with different women, a story that he usually tells.
In the year 1971 Arroyo had his biggest opportunity of becoming a nationally known artist. He was discovered by Ernesto Estrada, the bass player and singer of the band "Fruko y sus Tesos" (Fruko and his buddies) and signed up with Colombian record label Discos Fuentes. With the band he performed for ten years until in 1981 when he began his solo career leading his own band, named "La Verdad" (The truth).
Joe Arroyo became very successful by mixing salsa, merengue, soca, zouk and other Afro-American music beats in a unique style that has earned him the prefix of Sonero de la Salsa by renown critics and fans.
Born in Cartagena de Indias, 1 November 1955 – Died in Barranquilla, 26 July 2011
A Mi Dios Todo Le Debo
Joe Arroyo Lyrics
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Nos dio la luna, también el sol
para danos claro
Ay, mi dios bendito papa
Qué bonita, que lindo que me has elegido yo te amo
Ay mi dios, bendito papa
Ay, mi dios, todito te debo
Ay, señor bendito te quiero
Ay, mi dios, bendito papa
Ay, mi dios divino te debo
Ay, mi dios bendito papa
Ay, señor la vida te debo
Ay, mi dios bendito papa
Bis
Ay, papa papa
Ay, papa papa
Yo que nací en cuna pobre,
oye papa
Nunca me ha pasado nada
Desde muy niño luché
Pa conseguir la fama
De ti no tengo queja, oye papa
Dale dulzura a mi alma
Tú papa, tu eres muy grande papa
Eres bendito papa, yo soy testigo papa
Ay, papa tu eres muy bueno papa
Te doy las gracias papa
por ser tan grande papa
Ay papa tu eres bendito papa
Tu eres muy lindo, papa
Quien no coge consejo caera
Quien no coge consejo caera
quien no coge consejo caera
The song "A Mi Dios Todo le Debo" by Joe Arroyo Y La Verdad is an expression of gratitude towards God. In the first verse, the singer asks God to show him the clear path and acknowledges the gifts of the moon and sun that he has bestowed upon humanity. The chorus repeats the phrase "Ay, mi dios" multiple times as a sign of reverence and devotion towards God. The singer recognizes that everything he has, including his happiness and success, is due to God's blessing and hence he owes everything to him.
The second verse sees the singer reflecting on his humble past and expressing his gratitude towards God for never forgetting him, even during times of struggle. The repeated phrase "Ay, papa" denotes a personal connection and familiarity with God. The final verse advises the listener to seek advice or guidance from God, otherwise, they would inevitably fall.
Overall, "A Mi Dios Todo le Debo" is a song that emphasizes the importance of giving thanks to God, no matter what circumstances life may bring. It is a testimony of faith and the power of belief in a higher power.
Line by Line Meaning
Claro, claro, muéstrame el camino claro
Oh my God, please show me the right path to follow and guide me towards the correct choices.
Nos dio la luna, también el sol para danos claro
You have provided us with both the moon and the sun, which brightens up our lives and illuminates our path.
Ay, mi dios bendito papa
Oh my dear God, I praise and thank you for everything that you have done for me.
Qué bonita, que lindo que me has elegido yo te amo
It's such a beautiful and wonderful feeling to know that you have chosen me, and I love you for that.
Ay, mi dios, todito te debo
Oh my God, I owe everything to you and I am grateful for everything you have done for me.
Ay, mi dios, la dicha te debo
Oh my God, I owe all my happiness and joy to you for the blessings you have bestowed upon me.
Ay, señor bendito te quiero
Oh blessed Lord, I love and adore you for your mercy and compassion.
Ay, mi dios divino te debo
Oh my divine God, I owe everything to you and I thank you for your love and grace.
Ay, señor la vida te debo
Oh Lord, I owe you my life and everything that comes with it, and I thank you for your continued blessings.
Yo que nací en cuna pobre, oye papa
Nunca me ha pasado nada
Desde muy niño luché
Pa conseguir la fama
Although I was born in poverty, Lord, you have always looked out for me and blessed me with success. From a very young age, I had to work hard to achieve fame, but I thank you for being my guiding light.
De ti no tengo queja, oye papa
Dale dulzura a mi alma
Tú papa, tu eres muy grande papa
I have no complaints about you, Lord. Please continue to fill my soul with your sweetness and light. You are magnificent and wonderful, always guiding me towards the correct path.
Eres bendito papa, yo soy testigo papa
Ay, papa tu eres muy bueno papa
Te doy las gracias papa
por ser tan grande papa
You are truly blessed, Lord, and I am a witness to your greatness. Oh, you are so good, Lord, and I thank you for being so wonderful and loving towards me.
Ay papa tu eres bendito papa
Tu eres muy lindo, papa
Oh, Lord, you are so blessed and beautiful, and I pray that you continue to bless me and be with me always.
Quien no coge consejo caera
Quien no coge consejo caera
quien no coge consejo caera
Those who don't listen to advice will fall and fail, repeating their mistakes again and again.
Bis
Ay, papa papa
Ay, papa papa
Repeat: Oh, Lord, oh, Lord.
Writer(s): Joe Arroyo Copyright: Sunflower Entertainment Co. Inc. Edimusica-usa
Contributed by Aiden B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sagi-mf8xb
Mi papá Dios, todo te lo debo❤🙏🏻🩸gracias gracias gracias,
@kevincanencio831
Mi papá falleció hace dos días, y estaba en el supermercado cuando sonó esta canción, y a pesar de estar pasando por un momento difícil, esta canción me hizo sentir alegría en medio de tanto, grande Joe y grande mi papá
@juliafornos1408
Mas grande es nuestro Dios🙏🙏
@juangarcia437
Xtreme jump
Nuestros viejitos mueren físicamente pero espiritumente.no
@EdwinchoPeru
Tu papá se fue físicamente pero no en espíritu, por que esta en tu mente y en tu corazón. Fuerza!!!!
@alcidesballesteros9763
Solo se muere dos veces, la segunda cuando eres olvidado; de ti depende que tu viejo no muera por segunda vez.
@julian-ze4ny
que chevere que hubiera un imitador de joe arroyo en yo me llamo
@user-ro9ep3mj5z
Hola hermanos colombianos, tierra bendecida por tan grandes músicos, me comunico desde MASAYA NICARAGUA, soy un fiel admirador de todos los excelentes músicos que ha producido Colombia bendita hermana latinoamericana pero soy aún más admirador de este gran señor de la salsa , Dios lo tenga en su santo Reyno al gran Joe arroyo, muy querido y admirado en mi país
@susanaballenatorres7794
Joe Arroyo todo el Perú baila con tu música 🇵🇪.
@katiuskafernandezobregon2454
Hace unos días conocí Barranquilla y justamente fui a su monumento. A Dios todo le debo, ansié mucho conocer Barranquilla y lo logré