The band consists of guitarist Gloria Estrada, accordionist and requintero Jose Carlos, bassist Alex Bendana, percussionist Miguel Ramirez, drummer Hugo Vargas and lead vocalist Marisoul, whose captivating voice sings about love, loss and heartbreak. Their influences range from Miles Davis to The Beatles, Zeppelin to Janis Joplin and Mercedes Sosa to Ramon Ayala. Ther common love of music and openness to all genres led them to the concept of La Santa Cecilia in 2007 – named after the patron saint of musicians.
La Santa Cecilia’s self-titled EP was recorded at Lo-Fi Studios in San Bernardino and the legendary Westlake Recording Studios in Hollywood. Their song “Chicle” was featured on the Emmy award-winning series Weeds, the independent feature Dish, and the documentary Re-Encounters about Oaxacan artist Alejandro Santiago. Their musician also be heard on KPFK's radio programs '4 O'clock Tuesday' with Gustavo Arellano and ' Travel Tips For Aztlan' with Mark Torres. The band made an on-camera appearance on HBO's Emmy award-winning hit show Entourage; the episode also featured the songs "Chicle" and "El Farol". The band also held a two- week residence for the L.A. Philharmonic- sponsored children's show Summer Sounds, where they performed their songs and acted so as to educate the community of Los Angeles on their very own cultural treasures.
The band's music has been used in television and movies, such as on the “Weeds” television program and TV series "The Bridge" (1-8).
Chicle
La Santa Cecilia Lyrics
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olvida lo pasado
que el tiempo curara
todas las heridas
que no hay mal
que por bien no venga
mata el rencor
que te envenena
es corazon que no siente
Ya estoy harta de escuchar
las mismas estupidas palabras
consejos que a todo mundo le dan
que crees que tenemos la misma historia
tu principio y fin???
tu amor, mi desamor
No quiero ningun consejo
palabras ni voces que perturben mi pensar
yo no quiero compartir un sentimiento
que me acaba, que tanto me da
yo pienso coincidir con nadie en esto
pues esto me lo pienso quedar
asi que dejame el consejo
para el corito
Mira hacia arriba
olvida lo pasado
que el tiempo curara
todas las heridas
que no hay mal
que por bien no venga
mata el rencor
que te envenena
que ojos que no ven
es corazon que no siente
Que estoy harta de escuchar
The lyrics to La Santa Cecilia's song "Chicle" reflect the complex emotions that come with a broken heart. The singer urges us to "look up" and forget the past, as time heals all wounds. She reminds us that every negative experience will eventually lead to something positive, and it's important to kill the anger and resentment that poisons us. The phrase "what you don't see, your heart doesn't feel" reinforces the idea that sometimes it's better to let go of the past and move on.
The chorus suggests that the singer is tired of hearing advice that doesn't apply to her situation. She doesn't want anyone to share her feelings because she's holding onto them tightly. She doesn't want to be disturbed by anyone or anything, especially someone who's telling her to "just get over it." The phrase "your love, my heartache" highlights the fact that sometimes love doesn't end happily ever after.
Overall, the lyrics showcase the pain and complexity of heartbreak, encouraging the listener to take care of themselves and to trust that time will heal all wounds.
Line by Line Meaning
Mira hacia arriba
Look up and move on from the past, trust that time will heal all wounds.
olvida lo pasado
Forget about what has happened in the past and focus on the present and future.
que el tiempo curara todas las heridas
Believe that time can heal any emotional pain or hurt that you have experienced.
que no hay mal que por bien no venga
Have faith that everything happens for a reason and that good things can come out of bad situations.
mata el rencor que te envenena
Let go of any resentment or bitterness that is poisoning your heart and mind.
que ojos que no ven es corazon que no siente
Sometimes it is better not to see or know certain things in order to avoid unnecessary pain or heartache.
Ya estoy harta de escuchar
I am tired of constantly hearing...
las mismas estupidas palabras
The same stupid words of advice and cliches.
consejos que a todo mundo le dan
Advice that is given to everyone, as if everyone has the same experiences and needs.
que crees que tenemos la misma historia tu principio y fin??? tu amor, mi desamor
Who do you think we have the same story? Your happy beginning and ending? My love, your lack of love?
No quiero ningun consejo palabras ni voces que perturben mi pensar
I do not want any advice or words that will disturb my thoughts and emotions.
yo no quiero compartir un sentimiento que me acaba, que tanto me da
I do not want to share a feeling that will drain me and not give me much in return.
yo pienso coincidir con nadie en esto pues esto me lo pienso quedar
I do not agree with anyone on this matter and I will keep my feelings to myself.
asi que dejame el consejo para el corito
So just save your advice for someone else.
Writer(s): Hugo Alejandro Bendana, Gloria Estrada, Miguel Angel Ramirez, Eva Marisol Hernandez
Contributed by Ian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ceciliacortes5173
SON LA BUENA ONDA NO SE COTIZAN...TOCAN BIEN CHINGON EN VIVO TUBE EL GUSTO DE VERLOS Y RIFAN CABRON! !
@Mrcayman76
Los vengo descubriendo por accidente y ya soy Fan, esta genial su concepto musical y esa personalidad de la Marisoul woooow
@doowopDaisy
I LOVE SANTA CECILIA!!! I REMEMBER WHEN THEY WERE FIRST STARTING OUT IN LOS ANGELES :D
@gerardohernandez3748
woow¡¡ de verdad que es una increible creacion lo que han hecho¡¡, felicidades¡¡ me encanta su musica, y la vocalista ¡¡¡ genial , me enamora su voz¡, pero tienen discos?
@MorasFentyDuarte
Que buena canción! :D.. SE LA RIFAN
@84NightOwl
Love you guys! So glad to see how well you are all doing!
@Andympstar
Hola Amigos soy Andy.M.P paso a saludarlos y decirles que escuche su cancion en la super estrella me dio mucho gusto escuchar y saber como va su carrera, los felicito, tambien mi opinion a este video pues... esta bien pero me gusto mas la cancion como la cantan en el cd a como esta en el video, es una opinion sincera de su amigo :) Que Dios los siga vendiciendo y hasta pronto. xoxo
@Verythat82
Bravo!! I loved it!
@MorbidMonkeyMakeup
This video is as awesome as a 'possum playing hopscotch on the ceiling... and that's pretty awesome. ♥ La Santa Cecilia!!!
@majoparedes6547
muy buenas sus rolas felicidadesy esa vocesona sta genial saludos.