Johnny Colon is a latin soul trombonist who arose out of the late 60s Spani… Read Full Bio ↴Johnny Colon is a latin soul trombonist who arose out of the late 60s Spanish Harlem boogaloo scene into musical prominence after his first hit, the Latin/blues hybrid "Boogaloo Blues," in 1966 for the Cotique label, He recorded 5 more albums including some for the legendary Fania Records before becoming disillusioned with the music industry and it's nefarious rip offs. In 1972, at the height of his recording career, Johnny walked away from his record contracts, and founded the East Harlem Music School on 104th St in New York, the first and only music school in the world devoted totally to the teaching of "Salsa." At it's peak in the 1980's, the school had an enrollment of 1,500 students. Over the years the school has provided classes to over 20,000 students ( including many from abroad) in piano, bass, guitar, flute, saxophone, trombone, voice, bongo, conga and timbales. He discovered Latin Jazz as a youth of Puerto Rican descent in part through the albums of musician Cal Tjader, and eventually became a well recognized pianist, composer, educator and arranger in his own right.

Merecumbe
Johnny Colon Lyrics

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Merecumbe, Merecumbe,
Merecumbe se lo traigo a usted. Merecumbe, Merecumbe,
Merecumbe se lo traigo a usted.

Oyeme bien lo que traigo, yo traigo merecumbe,
yo se lo traigo sabroso para que gozen como es

Merecumbe, Merecumbe,

Merecumbe se lo traigo a usted. Merecumbe, Merecumbe,
Merecumbe se lo traigo a usted.

Oyeme bien lo que traigo, yo traigo merecumbe,
Yo se lo canto hasta en algo
para que gocen como e eeees

Merecumbe, Merecumbe,
Merecumbe se lo traigo a usted.
¿Como?
Merecumbe, Merecumbe,
Merecumbe se lo traigo a usted.Y diiiice

Merecumbe
Oye mira ya que bueno
Merecumbe
Oye mira que sabroso
Merecumbe
Te lo traigo bien glorioso
Merecumbe
Te lo traigo bien sazoso
Merecumbe
eh eeeeh() Merecumbella, Merecumbella
Merecumbella que rico es
Merecumbe
Oye mira lo que canto te lo canto bien sabroso
y bueno es
Merecumbe

¡Ay Dios mío como cocina!

[Merecumbea Merecumbea

Merecumbe
Oye mira ven, oye mira ven
Merecumbe
Oye mira goza el merecumbe
Merecumbe
Hoy lo gozo como usted
Merecumbe
eh que Mere que mere que merecumbe merecumbe
Merecumbe
Oye mira lo que canto
te lo canto bien sabroso y bueno es
Merecumbe
Cumbereme merecumbe merecumbe merecumbeeee ¡que bueno!!!

Ave María con salsa nada más ¡guaaa!!

Merecumbe Merecumbe Merecumbe Merecumbe

Vacila carmelo! ¡juaa!
ese oso se lo ha llevado la corriente

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Johnny Colon's song "Merecumbe" are a joyful invitation to dance and enjoy the music. The singer declares that they are bringing the "merecumbe," a rhythm that they offer to share with the listener. The song emphasizes the deliciousness and vibrancy of this musical style, encouraging everyone to join in the fun. The repetition of the word "merecumbe" gives the song a lively, catchy quality, while the occasional use of call-and-response creates a sense of community among the dancers.

The lyrics suggest that the merecumbe is a type of music or dance that is meant to be enjoyed, celebrated and shared. The singer implies that the merecumbe is something exotic and special, inviting the listener to experience it in all its glory. Through the lyrics, the singer creates a sense of connection between the artist and the audience, drawing them in with the promise of a good time.

In summary, "Merecumbe" is a fun and energetic song that celebrates the joy and vibrancy of music and dance. It relies heavily on repetition and call-and-response to create a sense of community among the dancers, inviting everyone to join in the fun and experience the full range of the merecumbe.

Line by Line Meaning

Merecumbe, Merecumbe, Merecumbe se lo traigo a usted. Merecumbe, Merecumbe, Merecumbe se lo traigo a usted.
I bring you the Merecumbe, the Merecumbe, the Merecumbe. Listen carefully, I bring it to you so flavorful and fun.

Oyeme bien lo que traigo, yo traigo merecumbe, yo se lo traigo sabroso para que gozen como es
Listen carefully, I bring the Merecumbe, I bring it tasty for you to enjoy.

Oyeme bien lo que traigo, yo traigo merecumbe, Yo se lo canto hasta en algo para que gocen como e eeees
Listen carefully, I bring the Merecumbe, I can even sing it in another language so you can enjoy it.

Merecumbe Oye mira ya que bueno Merecumbe Oye mira que sabroso Merecumbe Te lo traigo bien glorioso Merecumbe Te lo traigo bien sazoso Merecumbe eh eeeeh() Merecumbella, Merecumbella Merecumbella que rico es Merecumbe
The Merecumbe is here, look how good it is, how tasty it is. I bring it gloriously, flavorfully, beautifully. The Merecumbella is so delicious as well.

Merecumbe Oye mira lo que canto te lo canto bien sabroso y bueno es Merecumbe
The Merecumbe is so good, I sing it so flavorfully, and it's good.

Merecumbe Oye mira ven, oye mira ven Merecumbe Oye mira goza el merecumbe Merecumbe Hoy lo gozo como usted Merecumbe eh que Mere que mere que merecumbe merecumbe Merecumbe Oye mira lo que canto te lo canto bien sabroso y bueno es Merecumbe Cumbereme merecumbe merecumbe merecumbeeee ¡que bueno!!!
Come and enjoy the Merecumbe with me, let's enjoy it together. I enjoy it just like you. It's so good! I sing it so flavorfully and it's so good!

Ave María con salsa nada más ¡guaaa!!
Holy Mary with nothing else but salsa. Wow!

Merecumbe Merecumbe Merecumbe Merecumbe
The Merecumbe, the Merecumbe

Vacila carmelo! ¡juaa! ese oso se lo ha llevado la corriente
Take it easy, Carmelo! Haha! That bear got carried away by the current.

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