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.
Por Qué Será
Los Caminantes Lyrics
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Que al pasar frente a tu casa
Yo no sé lo que me pasa
Siento que mi corazón
Necesita de tu amor
¡Ay!, yo no sé porque será
Que al tenerte frente a mí
Solo me pongo a temblar
Y mi amor no te puedo declarar
Porque será, porque será
Si yo deseo la oportunidad
De estar contigo y poderte besar
Porque será, porque será
Que no te puedo mi amor declarar
Si no lo hago mía nunca serás
¡Ay!, yo no sé porque será
Que al tenerte frente a mí
No encuentro ni que decir
Solo me pongo a temblar
Y mi amor no te puedo declarar
Porque será, porque será
Si yo deseo la oportunidad
De estar contigo y poderte besar
Porque será, porque será
Que no te puedo mi amor declarar
Si no lo hago mía nunca serás
Por Qué Será, by Los Caminantes, is a song that expresses the confusion and frustration that one feels when they have the desire to declare their love to someone, but they cannot find the courage to do so. The lyrics are simple, yet powerful, describing the feeling of being overwhelmed by one’s emotions when they are near the person they love. The singer admits that they do not know why they feel this way, but they cannot deny the fact that they need the love of the person they are singing to.
The repetition of the refrain “porque será” (why is it so) creates a sense of longing, as the singer wonders why they cannot express their feelings. The lyrics depict how difficult it is to express one’s love and make someone their own. The line “Si no lo hago mía nunca serás” (if I don't do it, you will never be mine) illustrates the fear of losing the chance to be with the one they love, if they don’t take a risk and declare their love.
Overall, Por Qué Será is a relatable song for anyone who’s ever experienced the fear of expressing their feelings for someone they love. It beautifully captures the struggle of the human heart and the courage it takes to take a chance on love.
Line by Line Meaning
¡Ay!, yo no sé porque será
I don't know why it happens, but every time I pass by your house or see you in front of me, I feel overwhelmed with emotions.
Que al pasar frente a tu casa
Whenever I walk by your house, I can't help but feel something stirring inside me.
Yo no sé lo que me pasa
I don't understand what's happening to me or why I feel so strongly towards you.
Siento que mi corazón
It's like my heart is calling out for you.
Necesita de tu amor
I feel like I need your love to feel complete and content.
Que al tenerte frente a mí
When I am face to face with you, I freeze up and don't know what to say or do.
No encuentro ni que decir
My mind blanks out and I'm unable to articulate my feelings or intentions.
Solo me pongo a temblar
My nerves get the better of me and I start shaking uncontrollably.
Y mi amor no te puedo declarar
As much as I want to express my love for you, I am unable to do so.
Porque será, porque será
I keep asking myself why this is happening.
Si yo deseo la oportunidad
Even though I long for the chance to be with you.
De estar contigo y poderte besar
To share intimate moments with you and hold you close.
Que no te puedo mi amor declarar
But for some reason, I am not able to express my love to you.
Si no lo hago mía nunca serás
If I don't take the risk and tell you how I feel, I will never have a chance with you.
Writer(s): Agustin Ramirez
Contributed by Aiden Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.