Since their first album left in 1995, the Chameleons tour in all France and abroad in festivals in particular. They associate ska and rock'n'roll to give a festive mixture where brass hold a dominating place. The songs are in French or Spanish.
members:
* Antony: Drums
* Fool: Song
* Sam: Trumpet
* Vévé: Low
* Mike: Trombone
* Jeff: Trombone
* Fred: Guitar
* Vincent: Guitar and Song
Discography
* Viva Fiesta (1995)
* Hay Frita (1997)
* Heat (1999)
* Todos (2001)
* Merry Brothel (2003)
* CD Live (2005)
* DVD Live (2005)
* No the concessions (2006)
La Quemadura
Les Caméléons Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Al salir el sol
Entregar el alma
Descansarse sin parar
Ladrar a la luna
Acostarse vestido
Adormecido
Mirando el cielo nuevo
Jumper jumper: hasta el cielo
Jumper jumper: hasta el alba
Jumper jumper: hasta el cielo
Jumper jumper: más alto
El honor
Al salir el sol
Entregar el alma
Descansarse sin parar
Ladrar a la luna
Acostarse vestido
Adormecido
Mirando el cielo nuevo
El calor, el sudor, la escena
Luminosa con la música
El dolor: una quemadura
Tatuada en mi corazón
Tocando
La musica
Hasta el alba nuevo
Dona dona guitara
Transcribe mi sentido
Llorando con el sudor
De mi piel salada
El sabor de mi sueño loco
Jump, jump, jump, jump, a mi querida
Jump, jump, jump, jump, la totalidad
Jump, jump, jump, jump, araigada
Jump, jump, jump, jump, entusiasta
Ready to go to the mountain, the big travel, with my dream plane
Ready to go to the next place with my bus without suitcase
Tocando
La música
Hasta el alba nuevo
Dona dona guitara
Transmítelos la emoción
Llorando con el sudor
De mi piel salada
Me coloco al rio nuevo
El calor, el sudor, la escena
Luminosa con la música
El dolor: una quemadura
Tatuada en mi corazón
The lyrics of the song La Quemadura by Les Cameleons speak of dedication, sacrifice, and the passion for music. The first stanza starts with "El honor" (The honor) suggesting that the person being referred to holds themselves to a high standard - a noble trait. They further imply the giving of oneself completely to music, as they will "Entregar el alma" (Give their soul) and "Descansarse sin parar" (Rest without stopping). The line "Ladrar a la luna" (Bark at the moon) is a metaphor for the intensity and emotional release that can come with music-making. The second verse adds more insight, describing how the person will sometimes fall asleep looking out into the night sky in wonder and admiration. The next section repeats the phrase "Jumper jumper: hasta el cielo" (Jumper jumper: up to the sky) over and over, creating a sense of exhilaration and freedom associated with music - seemingly jumping higher and higher into the sky.
The final lines of the first verse serve as an introduction to the chorus, where the phrase "La quemadura" (The burn) is introduced. In context to the song, it seems to mean the emotional burn and scars that come with being a musician - the price that the person pays for their dedication. They use the imagery of a tattoo on their heart to emphasize the permanence and significance of these marks. The final verse speaks of the passion and tears that go into the music, and even goes as far as saying "Me coloco al rio nuevo" (I place myself in the new river) - a metaphor for being reborn through the art of music.
Line by Line Meaning
El honor
This song is about a sense of honor and commitment to oneself.
Al salir el sol
This person rises every morning with determination and a sense of purpose.
Entregar el alma
This person is willing to give their all to achieve their goals and dreams.
Descansarse sin parar
This person takes breaks to rest, but never stops pursuing their objectives.
Ladrar a la luna
This person is unafraid to speak their truth or express their emotions, even if others cannot understand them.
Acostarse vestido
Even when tired, this person is always prepared and ready to take on any challenge.
Adormecido
This person is sleepy but still aware of their surroundings and focused on their goals.
Mirando el cielo nuevo
This person is always looking towards the future, with hope and optimism.
Jumper jumper: hasta el cielo
This person is jumping higher and higher towards their dreams, with no limits.
Jumper jumper: hasta el alba
This person will push themselves until they reach their goals, no matter how early in the morning it may be.
Jumper jumper: más alto
This person will never settle or lower their expectations; they always strive for more.
El calor, el sudor, la escena
This person is describing the intense atmosphere of a live performance, with heat, sweat, and adrenaline.
Luminosa con la música
The music being played is bright and uplifting, illuminating everything around it.
El dolor: una quemadura
Despite the excitement and passion of the scene, this person feels a deep and painful ache in their heart.
Tatuada en mi corazón
This pain has left a permanent mark on this person's heart.
Tocando
This person is playing music or instruments.
Hasta el alba nuevo
They are playing music until the new dawn, without rest.
Dona dona guitarra
This person is playing the guitar passionately and with great emotion.
Transcribe mi sentido
This music is expressing their deepest emotions, feelings, and experiences.
Llorando con el sudor
This music is bringing them to tears, and they are pouring out their emotions through their performance.
De mi piel salada
This person is sweating profusely from the intense passion of their music.
El sabor de mi sueño loco
This person's dreams are intense, extraordinary, and perhaps a little crazy.
Jump, jump, jump, jump, a mi querida
This person is jumping up and down in joy and passion for their music, calling out to their beloved.
Jump, jump, jump, jump, la totalidad
This person is jumping with complete abandon, giving their all and embodying the totality of their emotions.
Jump, jump, jump, jump, arraigada
This person is jumping deeply rooted in their identity and purpose, never forgetting where they come from.
Jump, jump, jump, jump, entusiasta
This person is jumping with great enthusiasm and energy, always eager to do more and achieve more.
Ready to go to the mountain, the big travel, with my dream plane
This person is ready for the journey of a lifetime, pursuing their dreams with great determination and drive.
Ready to go to the next place with my bus without suitcase
This person is willing to travel lightly and humbly, focusing on their goals rather than material possessions.
Transmítelos la emoción
This person wants to share and transmit their intense emotions to others through their music.
Me coloco al rio nuevo
This person is taking a moment to refresh themselves in a new and exciting environment.
Contributed by Zachary P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.