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).
I Won
La Santa Cecilia Lyrics
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I say dont think, I havent been around
I say dont think, I aint going nowhere
Cause you could be surprised
Show me that you can take a stand
I say show me, that you could be a man
Show me more cause this is going nowhere
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
Listen, we gotta stop the hugging and the kissing
Cause in the end the goods are missing
Don't like rides that take me nowhere
I am getting off
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
I'm so tired of always faking it
I can't stand another nigth like this
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
I'm so tired of always faking it
I can't stand another nigth like this
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
The song "I Won't Cry For You" by La Santa Cecilia is a powerful expression of a person's decision to move on from a dysfunctional relationship. The lyrics convey a sense of frustration and disillusionment towards the partner who, despite promises and affection, ultimately fails to meet expectations. The repeated "don't think" line emphasizes the singer's insistence that their partner should not assume they know everything about them or their intentions. The lyrics are a statement of self-respect, asserting that the singer deserves someone who is willing to take a stand and show them more.
The chorus further emphasizes the singer's determination to leave the relationship behind and seek out a more satisfying life. The line "I won't cry for you, I surely had enough" indicates that the singer has reached a breaking point and will not be pulled back into a toxic dynamic by their emotions. The line "this life is such a bore, I need another dude" is a blunt and humorous way of expressing the singer's desire for something new and exciting. The repeated refrain of "I'm so tired of always faking it" highlights the emotional exhaustion of being in a relationship that does not fulfill one's needs.
Overall, "I Won't Cry For You" is a powerful and relatable anthem for anyone who has struggled to leave behind a relationship that no longer serves them. It is a bold assertion of autonomy and self-respect, and a reminder that we all deserve to be treated with love and care.
Line by Line Meaning
Dont think, you got me figured out
Don't assume that you completely understand me.
I say dont think, I havent been around
I haven't had a simple or easy life, so don't make assumptions about my character or background.
I say dont think, I aint going nowhere
I'm not going anywhere, and I'm not going to let anyone stand in my way or hold me back.
Cause you could be surprised
If you underestimate me or take me for granted, you might be surprised by what I am capable of achieving.
Show me that you can take a stand
Prove to me that you have the courage and conviction to stand up for what you believe in and make a difference in the world.
I say show me, that you could be a man
I want to see that you are mature, responsible and capable of making decisions for yourself.
Show me more cause this is going nowhere
I need to see more effort and commitment from you, because right now, this relationship is not going anywhere.
I will give you up
If you can't step up to the plate and meet my expectations, then I will have to move on and find someone who can.
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
I am done with this relationship, and I am not going to waste any more tears or emotion on it.
And I will fly for good
I am moving on and leaving this relationship behind for good.
Wish that I'd never met you
I regret ever getting involved with you in the first place.
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
I am bored and unfulfilled with my current situation, and I need someone new to bring excitement back into my life.
Listen, we gotta stop the hugging and the kissing
We need to stop pretending that everything is okay between us and address the real issues in our relationship.
Cause in the end the goods are missing
We are not getting what we need from this relationship, and it is ultimately unsatisfying for both of us.
Don't like rides that take me nowhere
I don't want to waste my time and energy on something that is going nowhere and not providing me with any real benefit or value.
I am getting off
I am done with this relationship and ready to move on.
I'm so tired of always faking it
I am exhausted from pretending that everything is okay or that I am satisfied with this relationship, when in reality I am not.
I can't stand another nigth like this
I am at my breaking point and cannot endure another night of feeling unfulfilled and dissatisfied with this relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HUGO ALEJANDRO BENDANA, JOSE DANNY CARLOS GONZALEZ, EVA MARISOL HERNANDEZ, CLAUDIA ALEJANDRA MENKARSKI, MIGUEL ANGEL RAMIREZ
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@carmen34929
Dont think, you got me figured out
I say dont think, I havent been around
I say dont think, I aint going nowhere
Cause you could be surprised
Show me that you can take a stand
I say show me, that you could be a man
Show me more cause this is going nowhere
I will give you up
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
Listen, we gotta stop the hugging and the kissing
Cause in the end the goods are missing
Don't like rides that take me nowhere
I am getting off
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
I'm so tired of always faking it
I can't stand another nigth like this
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
I'm so tired of always faking it
I can't stand another nigth like this
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
@gustavoperez1696
Que excelente banda es La Santa Cecilia. La versión en español está estupenda.
@xochitlsalinas6737
Que versatilidad de esta mujer y que preciosa voz,mi admiración y respeto por su música 🍹
@carmen34929
Dont think, you got me figured out
I say dont think, I havent been around
I say dont think, I aint going nowhere
Cause you could be surprised
Show me that you can take a stand
I say show me, that you could be a man
Show me more cause this is going nowhere
I will give you up
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
Listen, we gotta stop the hugging and the kissing
Cause in the end the goods are missing
Don't like rides that take me nowhere
I am getting off
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
I'm so tired of always faking it
I can't stand another nigth like this
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
I'm so tired of always faking it
I can't stand another nigth like this
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
I wont cry for you, I surely had enough
And I will fly for good
Wish that I'd never met you
This life is such a bore, I need another dude
@holiscape
I LOVE IT!!! ♡♡♡
@gwethalynj.8052
The band came to my home town and performed at my school and it felt surreal!
@annaapodaca6366
Love this song .
@The666thebat
great song and even greater voice
@lluppeify
I heard this song live at millennium park the other day, and spent hours trying to find it! It's a great song!
@ZdrohceChordz
me encanta! <3
@davechypak4970
Just saw this band last night at the Todos Santos music festival .....they stole the show and gained me as as a fan.