Granada
Mariachi De Mexico Lyrics
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MI CANTAR SE VUELVE GITANO
CUANDO ES PARA TI
MI CANTAR, HECHO DE FANTASÍA
MI CANTAR, FLOR DE MELANCOLÍA
QUE YO TE VENGO A DAR
EN TARDES DE TOROS
MUJER QUE CONSERVA EL EMBRUJO
DE LOS OJOS MOROS
TE SUEÑO REBELDE Y GITANA
CUBIERTA DE FLORES
Y BESO TU BOCA DE GRANA
JUGOSA MANZANA
QUE ME HABLA DE AMORES
GRANADA, MANOLA CANTADA
EN COPLAS PRECIOSAS
NO TENGO OTRA COSA QUE DARTE
QUE UN RAMO DE ROSAS
DE ROSAS, DE SUAVE FRAGANCIA
QUE LE DIERAN MARCO A LA VIRGEN MORENA
GRANADA, TU TIERRA ESTÁ LLENA
DE LINDAS MUJERES
DE SANGRE Y DE SOL
GRANADA, MANOLA CANTADA
EN COPLAS PRECIOSAS
NO TENGO OTRA COSA QUE DARTE
QUE UN RAMO DE ROSAS
DE ROSAS, DE SUAVE FRAGANCIA
QUE LE DIERAN MARCO A LA VIRGEN MORENA
GRANADA, TU TIERRA ESTÁ LLENA
DE LINDAS MUJERES
DE SANGRE Y DE SOL
The song "Granada" by Mariachi Sol de Mexico de Jose Hernandez is a homage to the city of Granada, Spain. The lyrics express a deep sense of admiration and longing for the land and its beauty. The singer describes how his singing transforms into a gypsy melody when it is dedicated to Granada, suggesting a connection to the passionate and emotive music of the gypsies.
The singer refers to his singing as a combination of fantasy and melancholy, symbolizing the emotional depth and richness of his expression. He presents his song as a gift to Granada, emphasizing his intention to offer a heartfelt tribute to the city and its essence.
The lyrics then focus on the captivating allure of Granada, depicting it as a land stained with blood, possibly alluding to the historical conflicts and battles that have taken place in the region. The mention of afternoon bullfights and the enchanting gaze of Moorish eyes convey the enduring fascination and mystique of Granada, which has been imbued by a mix of cultures over the centuries.
The singer dreams of Granada as a rebellious and gypsy-like figure adorned with flowers. He yearns to kiss her pomegranate-colored lips, symbolizing the sweetness and passion that the city inspires in him. The juicy apple also represents the abundance of love and romance that Granada evokes.
The lyrics later describe Granada as a beloved and poetic woman sung about in precious verses. The singer humbly admits that he has nothing more to offer her than a bouquet of roses, which, with their delicate fragrance, add richness and beauty to the scene, much like the artistry that surrounds the Virgin Mary.
In the closing lines, the singer declares that Granada is filled with beautiful women, comparing them to the land itself, rich in both warmth and vitality. Together, the blood and sun symbolize the vibrant spirit and energy that characterize Granada.
Overall, the lyrics of "Granada" celebrate the enchanting landscape, cultural heritage, and mesmerizing allure of the city. It is a poetic expression of the singer's deep admiration and devotion to Granada, capturing the essence of the place and its people.
Line by Line Meaning
GRANADA TIERRA SOÑADA POR MÍ
Granada, a land that I have dreamed of
MI CANTAR SE VUELVE GITANO
My song becomes gypsy-like
CUANDO ES PARA TI
When it is for you
MI CANTAR, HECHO DE FANTASÍA
My song, made of fantasies
MI CANTAR, FLOR DE MELANCOLÍA
My song, a flower of melancholy
QUE YO TE VENGO A DAR
That I come to give you
GRANADA, TIERRA ENSANGRENTADA
Granada, a land stained with blood
EN TARDES DE TOROS
In bullfighting afternoons
MUJER QUE CONSERVA EL EMBRUJO
A woman who preserves the enchantment
DE LOS OJOS MOROS
Of the Moorish eyes
TE SUEÑO REBELDE Y GITANA
I dream of you, rebellious and gypsy
CUBIERTA DE FLORES
Covered in flowers
Y BESO TU BOCA DE GRANA
And I kiss your mouth of red vermillion
JUGOSA MANZANA
Juicy apple
QUE ME HABLA DE AMORES
That speaks to me of love
GRANADA, MANOLA CANTADA
Granada, sung Manola
EN COPLAS PRECIOSAS
In precious couplets
NO TENGO OTRA COSA QUE DARTE
I have nothing else to give you
QUE UN RAMO DE ROSAS
Than a bouquet of roses
DE ROSAS, DE SUAVE FRAGANCIA
Of roses, with a soft fragrance
QUE LE DIERAN MARCO A LA VIRGEN MORENA
That would frame the dark-skinned Virgin
GRANADA, TU TIERRA ESTÁ LLENA
Granada, your land is full
DE LINDAS MUJERES
Of beautiful women
DE SANGRE Y DE SOL
Of blood and sun
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Agustin Lara
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