Throughout the mid '80s to mid '90s, the band had a number of Billboard chart hit albums such as 1986's De Guanajuato...Para America! with hit song, "Amor Sin Palabras" ("Love Without Words"). Then tragedy occurred when younger brother Martín was killed in a bus accident and in the same year a tribute album, 1987's Gracias Martin, was dedicated to him. They earned a movie, 1989's Caminantes...Si Hay Caminos.
Caminantes are also known for their playing of variety Regional Mexican styles, e.g., Ranchera, Corrido, Balada, Cumbia, Banda and Mariachi. They have recorded over 30 albums throughout their career span and had numerous song collaborations with high profile Regional Mexican acts (Diana Reyes, Patrulla 81, Polo Urías y su Maquina Norteña, Banda Pachuco, etc.).
To this day, Agustín is the remaining original member of Los Caminantes after the departure of Horacio and the passings of Martín, Brígido and Humberto. The band continues to record and tour throughout the United States, Mexico, and Central America.
Pobre Millonario
Los Caminantes Lyrics
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Nada me falta y me falta todo
¿Para qué quiero la riqueza que ahora tengo?
Si ya sin ti soy peor que un limosnero
Tú dijiste, y dijiste bien
Que el dinero nunca ha sido todo
Que lo que cuenta es lo que siente el corazón
Soy un pobre millonario, limosnero de tu amor
Al que le sobra de todo, pero sin ti, nada soy
¿Para qué quiero riquezas, si no tengo ya tu amor?
Soy un pobre millonario
Soy un pobre millonario
Limosnero de tu amor
Tú dijiste, y dijiste bien
Que el dinero nunca ha sido todo
Que lo que cuenta es lo que siente el corazón
Y eso para ti, mi reina, siempre ha sido lo mejor
Soy un pobre millonario, limosnero de tu amor
Al que le sobra de todo, pero sin ti, nada soy
¿Para qué quiero riquezas, si no tengo ya tu amor?
Soy un pobre millonario
Soy un pobre millonario
Limosnero de tu amor
The lyrics of Los Caminantes' song "Pobre Millonario" express the idea that material wealth and possessions mean nothing without love. The singer declares that even though he has everything materially, he feels like he has nothing because he is without the love of his life. He questions the purpose of his riches if he cannot have love, comparing himself to a beggar. The repetition of the phrase "Soy un pobre millonario" emphasizes the internal conflict the singer feels about his wealth and love life.
It is interesting to note that the song was written by Sergio Vega, who was tragically murdered in 2010. His legacy has continued through his music, which has touched the lives of many people. "Pobre Millonario" is one of his biggest hits and has been covered by various other Latin artists. The song's popularity and longevity speak to the universal theme of love and loss that it explores.
Line by Line Meaning
Lo tengo todo y no tengo nada
Despite having everything, I still have nothing because I am missing the most important thing, which is your love.
Nada me falta y me falta todo
Although I am not lacking in material possessions, I am missing the most valuable thing, which is your affection.
¿Para qué quiero la riqueza que ahora tengo?
What is the point of having wealth and possessions when I am without your love?
Si ya sin ti soy peor que un limosnero
I am worse off without you than if I were a beggar on the streets.
Tú dijiste, y dijiste bien
As you said, and you were right,
Que el dinero nunca ha sido todo
Money is not everything
Que lo que cuenta es lo que siente el corazón
What truly matters is what the heart feels.
Y eso para ti, mi reina, siempre ha sido lo mejor
For you, my queen, this has always been the best way to approach life.
Soy un pobre millonario, limosnero de tu amor
I may be a rich man, but in the absence of your love, I am just a beggar.
Al que le sobra de todo, pero sin ti, nada soy
Although I may have surplus of everything, without you, I am nothing.
¿Para qué quiero riquezas, si no tengo ya tu amor?
What purpose do my possessions serve if I no longer have your love?
Soy un pobre millonario
I'm a poor millionaire
Limosnero de tu amor
Beggar of your love
Writer(s): Lourdes Perez
Contributed by Aaliyah I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.