Cielito Lindo
MARIACHI NUEVO JALISCO Lyrics
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Cielito lindo vienen bajando
Un par de ojitos negros
Cielito lindo de contrabando
De la sierra, morena
Cielito lindo vienen bajando
Un par de ojitos negros
Ay, ay, ay, ay,
Canta y no llores
Porque cantando se alegran
Cielito lindo los corazones
Ay, ay, ay, ay,
Canta y no llores
Porque cantando se alegran
Cielito lindo los corazones
Ese lunar que tienes,
Cielito lindo junto a la boca,
No se lo des a nadie
Cielito lindo que a mi me toca
Ese lunar que tienes,
Cielito lindo
Junto a la boca,
No se lo des a nadie
Cielito lindo que a mi me toca
Ay, ay, ay, ay,
Canta y no llores
Porque cantando se alegran
Cielito lindo los corazones
Ay, ay, ay, ay,
Canta y no llores
Porque cantando se alegran
Cielito lindo los corazones
The lyrics of Mariachi Nuevo Jalisco's "Cielito Lindo" describe an evocative scene of a beautiful woman descending from the mountains and capturing the attention of a gentleman with her dark eyes, secretly making his heart skip a beat. The use of the phrase "Cielito lindo," which translates to "pretty little sky" or "lovely little one," is a term of endearment for the woman and also serves to express the singer's admiration and adoration for her. The song's uplifting message urges the listener to sing and not cry, as singing can bring happiness to the heart. The second verse specifically focuses on the woman's beauty mark near her mouth and the singer's desire to claim it for himself.
The use of regional language and imagery in "Cielito Lindo" represents Mexico's diverse cultural landscape and its rich history. The song is a beloved Mexican folk song and has become a cultural icon, often performed at celebratory events like weddings and quincenearas. Additionally, the song has gained international recognition, with versions in various languages, including Spanish, English, French, and Portuguese. The Mariachi Nuevo Jalisco rendition of the song is a testament to the group's skill and dedication to preserving traditional Mexican music.
Line by Line Meaning
De la sierra, morena
From the dark mountain region
Cielito lindo vienen bajando
A lovely little one is descending
Un par de ojitos negros
A pair of dark eyes
Cielito lindo de contrabando
Smuggled along with her beauty
Ay, ay, ay, ay, Canta y no llores
Oh, oh, oh, oh, sing and don't cry
Porque cantando se alegran Cielito lindo los corazones
Because singing makes lovely little hearts happy
Ese lunar que tienes, Cielito lindo junto a la boca,
That beauty mark you have, lovely little one by your mouth
No se lo des a nadie Cielito lindo que a mi me toca
Don't give it to anyone, lovely little one, because it's mine
Ay, ay, ay, ay, Canta y no llores
Oh, oh, oh, oh, sing and don't cry
Porque cantando se alegran Cielito lindo los corazones
Because singing makes lovely little hearts happy
Writer(s): TRADITIONAL, ALF CLAUSEN
Contributed by Nathan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@KevyNova
I don’t speak Spanish, never been to Mexico, and have no idea what this song is about but it really hits me in the feels.
@abner5674
me too! haha
@aumentodecarnes3135
Hi
It's a song about a very pretty girl , He tells him to sing that he does not cry, because singing makes hearts happy
@ivadzanovic2196
Same
@Dragon1813
The title means "Pretty Sweetheart"
@federicorodrigoaparicio4282
@@aumentodecarnes3135 ñ
@CR800
I am Arab and Mexican songs come from another world. The best song in the world. Thank you, Mexicano.
@NekoPink
My papi use to sing this to me as a lullaby. I've always loved this song. I cry now ever time I hear this since he passed away when I was 14..
@Bersekio
I don´t know if you know spanish or the meaning of the lyrics...if you don´t , go search for it ...your papi has a powerful message for u while trumpets and guitar make magic
@EddieMillerStudios
My condolences