Over the course of the last few years, Mariachi Flor de Toloache’s performances have illuminated world renowned stages in Europe and India. In November 2015, the group embarked on an extensive European and U.S tour as the opening act of Black Keys’ singer Dan Auerbach’s new band, The Arcs. After performances to sold out audiences in the UK, Germany, Holland, Italy, France, they continued to captivate crowds in the U.S. at legendary venues such as First Avenue in Minneapolis, The Vic in Chicago, Terminal 5 in New York, DC 930 Club and Nashville’s Ryman Theater (The Grand Ole Opry).
Mariachi Flor De Toloache’s critically acclaimed self-titled debut album received a Latin Grammy nomination for “Best Ranchera Album” of 2015. Sharing the podium with legends Pedro Fernández and Aida Cuevas meant an embrace from the Latin Music Community. The group’s live performances were praised by Rolling Stone, Billboard Magazine, The New Yorker, GQ Magazine, The New York Times. Following a highly praised NPR’s “Tiny Desk Concert”, their collaboration with rock supergroup The Arcs landed them on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and BBC 2’s Later with Jools Holland.
The group is currently in the studio recording their follow up with Daptone distributed New York based Chulo Records. Ran by NYC Salsa powerhouse Los Hacheros’ leader, Jacob Plasse, Chulo Records was also the connecting bridge between Mariachi Flor De Toloache and The Arcs. The album is slated to be released in the fall of 2016. Also slated for release this year are collaborations and featured appearances of Mariachi Flor De Toloache on Chicano Batman’s forthcoming album, Snarky Puppy guitarist Chris McQueen’s solo record, Luba Mason’s next album – produced by Jimmy Haslip and Luba Mason. The group is also scheduled to kick off a spring 2016 West Coast Tour performing as part of / and opening for The Arcs, including dates such as the Coachella Festival.
Let Down
Mariachi Flor De Toloache Lyrics
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I thought it belong to me
And to you I was a goal you saw
At the bottom of
At the bottom of the stream
You were contenting knowing it was there
And always, always will be
As long as you can hold for a second before it's slip free
I was well aware that she
Had a port and you the key
But it came and try to force and it did end up taking its course
I can't give you my heart because I can't share yours
I can't say that you let me down
Any less than I, any less than I let you down
I can't say that you let me down
Any less than I, any less than I let you down
El tuyo, un de amor de illusion
Que no era, que no era para mi
En las honduras obscuras del arroyo
Era yo, el lumbre de oro en el fondo
Fue una placidez tuya el saber,
Que ahi se quedaba
Que ahi se quedara
Ay que aguantarse cuando
Todo se va a resbalar
Todo se va a resbalar
A ti no te echo la culpa
Bien sabia yo que guardaba
Ella es parte de ti
Pero te pasaste, te esforzaste
El Corazon mio no puedo darte
Ya que el tuyo no se puede compartir
I can't say that you let me down
Any less than I, any less than I let you down
I can't say that you let me down
Any less than I, any less than I let you down
I came around what was rightfully aground
It's not fair but I can share with the princess
This queen's crown
I can't say that you let me down
Any less than I, any less than I let you down
I can't say that you let me down
Any less than I, any less than I let you down
The song “Let Down” by Mariachi Flor De Toloache is a heart-wrenching ballad about a failed relationship. The lyrics tell the story of a lover who realizes that their relationship was nothing but an illusion. The singer believed that the other person truly loved them, but in reality, they were just a goal at the bottom of the stream that the other person was trying to reach.
The singer expresses their frustration and sadness that they cannot give their heart to their lover because they cannot share theirs. They acknowledge that the other person had a significant attachment to someone else, and they were just a passing fancy. The singer acknowledges that they cannot blame the other person entirely for what happened but they do feel let down. In the end, they share that they cannot say that the other person let them down any less than they let them down. It is a poignant reminder that relationships are complicated and often end in heartbreak.
The lyrics are beautifully crafted, and the music enhances them. The use of Mariachi instruments adds an extra layer of emotion to the song. The harmonies are haunting, and the female vocals give the lyrics a unique perspective. The song is a masterpiece in its own right and showcases the group's immense musical talent.
Line by Line Meaning
Your love was never more than an illusion
The love you had for me wasn't real
I thought it belong to me
But I believed it was mine
And to you I was a goal you saw
To you, I was just someone to achieve
At the bottom of
At the bottom of the stream
At the bottom of the stream
In the depths of our love
You were contenting knowing it was there
You were satisfied with knowing our love existed
And always, always will be
And that it will always exist
As long as you can hold for a second before it's slip free
As long as you can keep it within your grasp
I can't blame you entirely
I can't hold you completely responsible
I was well aware that she
I knew about her
Had a port and you the key
She held a special place in your heart that only you had access to
But it came and try to force and it did end up taking its course
But eventually it came and caused issues that couldn't be avoided
I can't give you my heart because I can't share yours
I can't give you my heart if you won't let me into yours
I can't say that you let me down
I can't solely blame you for our relationship ending
Any less than I, any less than I let you down
Just as much as you feel you let me down, I feel like I let you down
I came around what was rightfully aground
I realized what once belonged on land was now in the water
It's not fair but I can share with the princess
Even if it's not fair, I can share what used to be mine with someone else
This queen's crown
My love
I can't say that you let me down
I can't solely blame you for our relationship ending
Any less than I, any less than I let you down
Just as much as you feel you let me down, I feel like I let you down
I can't say that you let me down
I can't solely blame you for our relationship ending
Any less than I, any less than I let you down
Just as much as you feel you let me down, I feel like I let you down
Contributed by Katherine P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.