Bamba
José Feliciano Lyrics


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La Bamba by Valens Richie
Para bailar la bamba
Para bailar la bamba
Se necesita una poca de gracia
a Una poca de gracia para mi para ti
ya Arriba y arriba
ay arriba y arriba por ti sere
Por ti sere
Por ti sere
Baila bamba (repeat)
Yo no soy marinero
Yo no soy marinero
Soy capitan
Soy capitan
Soy capitan
Bamba la bamba
Bamba la bamba
Bamba la bamba
Para bailar la bamba
Para bailar la bamba
Se necesito una poca de gracia
a Una poca de gracia para mi para ti
ya Arriba y arriba

Para bailar la bamba
Para bailar la bamba
Se necesita una poca de gracia
a Una poca de gracia para mi para ti
ya Arriba y arriba
ay arriba y arriba por ti sere
Por ti sere
Bamba la bamba




Bamba la bamba
Bamba la bamba

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "La Bamba" by Richie Valens are a call to dance and celebrate, encouraging the listener to let loose and move to the rhythm of the bamba. The first verse establishes the need for "a little bit of grace" to dance the bamba, which can be interpreted as a reference to the fluidity and skill required to dance the traditional Mexican style. The repetition of "arriba y arriba" reinforces the sense of upward motion and energy, urging the listener to continue dancing and reaching higher levels of excitement and enjoyment.


The second half of the song introduces the singer as the captain of the bamba, emphasizing his authority and leadership in the dance. The repetition of "soy capitan" underscores his confidence and pride, further encouraging the listener to follow his lead and keep dancing. The chorus is repeated throughout the song, providing a steady and memorable hook that reinforces the joyous message of the lyrics.


Overall, "La Bamba" is a simple but effective celebration of music, dance, and community. The lyrics encourage participation and inclusivity, inviting everyone to join in the fun and enjoy the rhythm of the bamba.


Line by Line Meaning

Para bailar la bamba
To dance the bamba


Se necesita una poca de gracia
A little bit of grace is needed


a Una poca de gracia para mi para ti
A little bit of grace for me and for you


ya Arriba y arriba
Come on, up and up


ay arriba y arriba por ti sere
I will go up and up for you


Por ti sere
I will do it for you


Baila bamba (repeat)
Dance the bamba (repeat)


Yo no soy marinero
I am not a sailor


Soy capitan
I am a captain


Bamba la bamba
Bamba the bamba


Para bailar la bamba
To dance the bamba


Se necesito una poca de gracia
A little bit of grace is needed


Bamba la bamba
Bamba the bamba


Bamba la bamba
Bamba the bamba




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Written by: Bryan Smith

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@natalinabucefalo1202

Grande Jose feliciano

@neilpiper9889

The best version ever

@ridleyscott1025

Для меня мексиканская доброта!!!!!!❤❤❤❤ но он пуэрториканец!!!! )))) im mexican in USA for work))) я же ребята сссроаский шпион😂😂😂😂

@patszer8314

I can't listen to this song without dancing.

@nicocacci4070

My favourite version .. thanks Jose' xx

@bennyjazzful

WOW WOW WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From a mad keen 73yo Aussie fan.

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@wayneconn1079

Go Jose Go 😊👍 The real deal and live . Listen kids this is how its done .

@mirkovernier7843

Tutte bellissime canzoni grande io se felicianograzie

@babypygmymarmoset

This is fantastic. Love the guitar and horns. (I mean, obviously the guitar playing is great.)

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