Its founders were Sebastián Teysera (lead vocals, frontman and main songwriter), Nicolás Lieutier (bass guitar) and Santiago Butler (guitar) - all three are still part of the band today. The band's first appearance as La Vela Puerca was in a montevidean street party in December 24, 1995. By then, several new members had already joined in. In 1996, frontman Sebastián Teysera presented a demo tape to a band contest. The rest of the band did not become aware of this until they found out they were one of the twenty finalists. A month later, they recieved a phone call saying they had won, and with this they were given 80 hours of free recording session which would be vital for their debut album.
La Vela Puerca released four albums: Deskarado (1998)(1999 released in Europe as "La Vela Puerca"), De Bichos Y Flores (2001), A Contraluz (2004)and El Impulso (2007).
In Germany they're well-known since they've played with Die Ärzte in Germany and Uruguay. In 2006 they're touring again in Europe.
Por la ciudad
La Vela Puerca Lyrics
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Voy aprendiendo todo sin mas que un poco de amor
Que suban los telones de mis ganas de reír
Que le tapen la boca si se pone a discutir
Me llevan la corriente soy un feliz camarón
Que hay que mostrar los dientes si viene de camaleón
Tengo poquito y nada pero mucho para dar
Llevo de todo bien de todo así de todo mal
Voy lleno de confianza y de respeto a los demás
Tengo una banda amiga que siempre me aguanta el corazón
Que siempre esta con migo tenga o no tenga razón
Que podemos hacer si todo sigue como va
Hay que reírse un poco que la muerte siempre esta
Vamos a hablar de algo que nos haga divertir
Que de tanta sonrisa la muerte se va inhibir
No soy ningún profeta soy un simple aguantador
Que siempre va de frente sea alegría o sea dolor
O nos compramos un vino y nos ponemos a festejar
O me llevan al nicho y como un bicho terminar
The lyrics of La Vela Puerca’s song “Por La Ciudad” convey a sense of optimism and the will to live life to the fullest, despite the challenges and difficulties that one may encounter in life. The first verse, “Como una flecha voy, por la ciudad sin pulmotor / Voy aprendiendo todo sin más que un poco de amor,” describes the singer’s eagerness to explore the world and learn from his experiences, relying only on the power of love to guide him. The second verse, “No me pregunten más que ya no quiero contestar / Tengo poquito y nada pero mucho para dar,” suggests that the singer is not concerned with material wealth or status, but instead focuses on sharing his gifts and talents with those around him.
The chorus of the song, “Que podemos hacer si todo sigue como va / Hay que reírse un poco que la muerte siempre esta,” offers a reminder that life is unpredictable and fleeting, and that it is important to find joy and humor in the midst of darkness and sadness. The singer encourages his listeners to focus on the things that bring them happiness and laughter, rather than dwelling on the negativity that may surround them.
Overall, the lyrics of “Por La Ciudad” convey a message of resilience and hope, encouraging listeners to persevere through life’s challenges and find joy in the midst of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Como una flecha voy, por la ciudad sin pulmotor
I'm rushing through the city, with no time to waste or pause.
Voy aprendiendo todo sin mas que un poco de amor
I'm learning everything through the lens of love, with an open heart and mind.
Que suban los telones de mis ganas de reír
Let the curtains rise on my desire to laugh and be joyful.
Que le tapen la boca si se pone a discutir
Shut them up if they start to argue, just let me enjoy the moment.
Me llevan la corriente soy un feliz camarón
I'm going with the flow, like a happy shrimp in the current.
Que hay que mostrar los dientes si viene de camaleón
If a chameleon shows up, I'll bare my teeth and be ready to fight.
No me pregunten mas que ya no quiero contestar
Don't ask me anymore, I don't want to answer.
Tengo poquito y nada pero mucho para dar
I may have little or nothing, but I have a lot to offer.
Llevo de todo bien de todo así de todo mal
I take everything in stride, the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Voy lleno de confianza y de respeto a los demás
I'm full of confidence and respect for others.
Tengo una banda amiga que siempre me aguanta el corazón
I have a group of friends who always have my back and support me.
Que siempre esta con migo tenga o no tenga razón
They're always there for me, whether I'm right or wrong.
Que podemos hacer si todo sigue como va
What can we do if everything continues as it is?
Hay que reírse un poco que la muerte siempre esta
We should laugh a little, since death is always around the corner.
Vamos a hablar de algo que nos haga divertir
Let's talk about something that will make us enjoy ourselves.
Que de tanta sonrisa la muerte se va inhibir
If we smile and laugh enough, death won't bother us as much.
No soy ningún profeta soy un simple aguantador
I'm not a prophet, just someone who endures and perseveres.
Que siempre va de frente sea alegría o sea dolor
I always go straight ahead, whether it's joy or pain.
O nos compramos un vino y nos ponemos a festejar
Let's buy some wine and celebrate together.
O me llevan al nicho y como un bicho terminar
Or they can take me to the grave and let me die like an insect.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Sebastian Teysera
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