La 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

"La Bamba" is a traditional Mexican folk song that has become universally recognized and loved thanks to the 1958 version recorded by Ritchie Valens. The song is an invitation to dance Bamba, which requires a bit of grace and energy to achieve, as the lyrics repeat throughout the song. The song's simple but catchy melody and upbeat tempo make it an instant crowd-pleaser and a dance-floor classic.


The lyrics also mention something quite interesting about the singer, perhaps serving as a reminder of their own identity. The verses "Yo no soy marinero, soy capitán" ("I am not a sailor, I am a captain") are repeated three times in the song, emphasizing the notion of self-confidence and overcoming limitations. This idea can be interpreted as a symbol of the singer's resilience because even though he may not be from the sea, he's still in charge of his own path by being a commander.


Overall, "La Bamba" is not only a celebratory tune, but it also represents the determination and personal growth one can experience on his or her journey. It stands as an affirmation of identity and serves as a reminder to embrace one's unique qualities.


Line by Line Meaning

Para bailar la bamba
In order to dance the bamba


Para bailar la bamba
In order 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
Now up and up


ay arriba y arriba por ti sere
Oh up and up, I'll do it for you


Por ti sere
I'll do it for you


Por ti sere
I'll do it for you


Baila bamba (repeat)
Dance bamba (repeat)


Yo no soy marinero
I am not a sailor


Yo no soy marinero
I am not a sailor


Soy capitan
I am a captain


Soy capitan
I am a captain


Soy capitan
I am a captain


Bamba la bamba
Bamba, the bamba


Bamba la bamba
Bamba, the bamba


Bamba la bamba
Bamba, the bamba


Para bailar la bamba
In order to dance the bamba


Para bailar la bamba
In order to dance the bamba


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


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


ya Arriba y arriba
Now up and up




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RICHARD VALENZUELA, RITCHIE VALENS

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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.

@SCsmartube

Thanks for watching our channel!

@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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