El Morisquetero
Juan Carlos Coronel Lyrics

Con un tabaco en la boca en abarca y con sombrero
My grandfather had a certain style, he always had a cigar in his mouth, wore traditional footwear and a hat.

Mi abuelo bailaba cumbia y era morisquetero enamorao
My grandfather was a skilled dancer who loved to perform the Morisqueta dance with passion.

Sin vergüenza
He was not ashamed of his love for dancing and having fun.

El canalero
He was known for being a Canal worker in Panama.

El varillero
He was also known for being a steel worker.

Se agachaba y se acostaba luego se volvía a para'
He was a master of the Morisqueta dance, and would often bend over, lay down, and then quickly stand back up to the beat of the music.

Hacia unas tres morisquetas y después seguía el compás enamorao
He would perform certain moves called Morisquetas, which were steps that were unique to the dance. He would then continue dancing with passion.

Mujeriego
He was known for having many girlfriends.

Picaron
He was a bit of a scoundrel, often mischievous or playful in his actions.

El borrachín
He was a bit of a drinker and enjoyed indulging in alcohol from time to time.

Parrandero
He was a lover of parties and celebrations and enjoyed dancing and having fun with others.

Baila con la pareja por lo regular bonita
He would often dance with a beautiful partner, and would showcase his passion for the dance and his skills in performing it.

Y haciendo morisqueta se prende al son de la gaita enamorao
He would become fully immersed in the dance, performing the moves called Morisquetas with joy to the sound of the gaita instrument and music.

Descarao
He was a bit impudent, often acting in ways that were bold or daring.

Embustero
He was known for being a bit deceitful or tricky in his actions or words.

Era un hombre enamorao parrandero sin vergüenza
Overall, he was a passionate man who loved to dance and have fun, with no shame in expressing his joy and love for life.