Manu Chao, born José-Manuel Thomas Arthur Chao on June 21, 1961, in Paris, … Read Full Bio ↴Manu Chao, born José-Manuel Thomas Arthur Chao on June 21, 1961, in Paris, France, is a multifaceted musician celebrated for his eclectic musical style and socially conscious lyrics. Chao's musical journey began in the vibrant Parisian music scene, where he immersed himself in diverse influences ranging from punk and rock to reggae and salsa. Co-founding the band Mano Negra in 1987, Chao showcased his knack for blending genres, resulting in international acclaim with albums like "Patchanka" (1988) and "Casa Babylon" (1994). Following the dissolution of Mano Negra in 1995, Chao embarked on a prolific solo career, marked by albums such as "Clandestino" (1998) and "Próxima Estación: Esperanza" (2001), where he continued to push musical boundaries while addressing social and political issues. Incorporating elements of street music and bar scenes from various cultures, Chao formed Radio Bemba Sound System, collaborating with musicians from Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina to create a vibrant fusion of sounds. His innovative use of technology, including recording exclusively on a laptop, reflects his commitment to artistic experimentation. Through his music, Chao has championed themes of cultural diversity, social justice, and global solidarity, earning him a revered status as a visionary musician and cultural ambassador.

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Discography
Clandestino (1998)
Próxima Estación: Esperanza (2001)
Radio Bemba Sound System (2002)
Sibérie m'était contéee (2004)
La Radiolina (2007)
Baionarena (2008)

Cahi en la trampa
Manu Chao Lyrics

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Caí en la trampa, de ser tu amigo, caí en la trampa de tí confiar
desde que un día, tú decidiste, dejar lo nuestro en lo vulgar

Caí en la trampa, de ser tu amigo, caí en la trampa de tí confiar
desde que un día, tú decidiste, dejar lo nuestro en la na'

Caí en la trampa, de ser tu amigo, caí en la trampa de tí confiar
tú eras mi amigo, yo era tu socio, y ese negocio me salió mal

En la gran feria, de la mentira, tu eres el rey el rey de un día
En la gran feria, de la mentira, yo fui el ciego el que no sabía

Caí en la trampa, de ser tu amigo, caí en la trampa de tí confiar
desde que un día, tú decidiste, dejar lo nuestro en lo vulgar

Mufatango, mufatango, mufatango, mufatango
Mufatango, mufatango, mufatango, mufatango

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song depict a sense of betrayal and deception that the singer feels after trusting someone who they thought was a friend. The opening lines, "Caí en la trampa, de ser tu amigo, caí en la trampa de tí confiar", translates to "I fell into the trap of being your friend, I fell into the trap of trusting you." The singer reminisces about how one day the person they trusted decided to leave behind their relationship, which was once special, and turn it into something ordinary, as the line goes, "dejar lo nuestro en lo vulgar" which means "leave what was once special between us in the ordinary."

The lines, "En la gran feria, de la mentira, tu eres el rey el rey de un día / En la gran feria, de la mentira, yo fui el ciego el que no sabía" translate to "In the big fair of lies, you are the king of a day / In the big fair of lies, I was the blind one who didn't know." This highlights how the other person was able to deceive and manipulate the singer, who was unaware of their true intentions.

Overall, the song is a reflection on how one can fall victim to deception and betrayal, especially when they put their trust in the wrong people.

Line by Line Meaning

Caí en la trampa, de ser tu amigo, caí en la trampa de tí confiar
I fell into the trap of being your friend, I fell into the trap of trusting you

Desde que un día, tú decidiste, dejar lo nuestro en lo vulgar
Since one day you decided to reduce our relationship to something vulgar

Tú eras mi amigo, yo era tu socio, y ese negocio me salió mal
You were my friend, I was your partner and that business went wrong

En la gran feria, de la mentira, tu eres el rey el rey de un día
In the big carnival of lies, you are the king, the king for a day

En la gran feria, de la mentira, yo fui el ciego el que no sabía
In the big carnival of lies, I was the blind one who didn't know

Mufatango, mufatango, mufatango, mufatango
Mufatango, mufatango, mufatango, mufatango

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