guadalajara
Mariachi Guadalajara Lyrics

Guadalajara, Guadalajara,
The repetitive phrase signifies the city's name and its prominence throughout the song.

Tienes el alma de provinciana
The city has the soul of a small town, where traditions and customs are still celebrated.

hueles a limpia rosa temprana,
The city smells like an early clean rose, representing the freshness and purity of its people.

a verde jara fresca del rio,
The aroma of the city is reminiscent of the green fresh jara plant growing on the banks of the river.

son mil palomas tu caserio,
The cityscape is bustling with thousands of pigeons, symbolizing peace and harmony.

Guadalajara, Guadalajara
The city's name is repeated again, emphasizing its significance in Mexican culture.

hueles a pura tierra mojada.
The city's scent is pure wet soil, indicating its connection to the land and agriculture.

Ay ay ay ay! Colomito Lejano...
The chorus is repeated, expressing fond memories of the beloved distant Colomito.

Ay! Ojitos de agua hermanos,
The intertwined water springs of the city express the unity and brotherhood of its people.

Ay! Colomitos inolvidables,
The unforgettable memories of Colomito are brought up again.

inolvidables como las tardes
The memories of Colomito are unforgettable, just like the unforgettable afternoons spent in the city.

en que la lluvia desde la loma
The nostalgia is further painted with memories of the rain coming down from the mountain.

no nos dejaba ir a Zapopan.
The rain prevented them from going to Zapopan, showing the extent of the love for the city and the way of life it represents.

Ay ay ay ay! Tlaquepaque Pueblito...
The chorus is repeated again, comforting the homesickness for the familiar town of Tlaquepaque.

Tus olorosos jarritos
The town is known for its fragrant little clay drinking cups.

hacen mas fresco el dulce tepache
The cups are used to serve the local beer, Tepache, making it more refreshing.

junto a la birria con el mariachi
The Tepache or beer is had alongside another local delicacy, Birria, while accompanied by the Mariachi music.

que en los parianes y alfarerias
All these flavors, music, and fragrances can be found at the local markets and pottery shops.

suena con triste melancolia.
The melancholic tone of the Mariachi music symbolizes the nostalgia for the old, charming town Tlaquepaque.

Ay ay ay ay! Laguna de Chapala...
The chorus is repeated again, and the song then shifts to the serene Laguna de Chapala.

Tienes de un cuento la magia,
The lake has a magical quality akin to a fairytale.

Cuento de ocasos y de alborada
The lake is known for its breathtaking sunrises and sunsets.

de enamoradas noches lunadas,
The lake is also known for its romantic, moonlit nights.

quieta, Chapala, es tu laguna,
The serene lake of Chapala aligns with the peaceful, quiet nature of the city.

novia romántica como ninguna.
The lake is the city's most romantic partner, unmatched by any other attraction.

Ay ay ay ay! Zapopitan del alma,
The chorus is repeated again, this time singing praises about the town of Zapopan.

nunca escuché otras campanas
The town is famous for its church bells, which are unrivaled in their sound and melody.

como las graves de tu convento,
The bells of the town's convent play such a fitting tune that they resonate with the soul.

donde se alivian mis sufrimientos
The bells of the convent have the power to soothe and alleviate one's pain and afflictions.

Triste Zapopan,
The town of Zapopan, however, is known to be sad and melancholic.

misal abierto donde son frailes mis sentimientos.
The beauty of the church and its bells permeates the heartstrings, converting the soul to one of a monk.

Ay ay ay ay! Guadalajara Hermosa...
The last chorus is repeated again, and the song ends with a message directed towards Guadalajara.

Quiero decirte una cosa:
The singer wants to say something important to the prominent city.

Tu que conservas agua del pozo
The city has always preserved its freshwater wells and has taken care of its finite resources.

y en tus mujeres el fiel rebozo,
The women of the city are responsible for preserving and passing on their culture and traditions by wearing the faithful shawl.

Guadalajara, Guadalajara
The song ends where it began, completing the tribute to this especially Mexican city, Guadalajara.

tienes el alma mas mexicana..
Guadalajara has the quintessential Mexican culture, traditions, and values that the country represents.

Ay ay ay! Ay ay ay! Ay ay ay! Ay ay ay!
The chorus is repeated to end the song on the same joyous and nostalgic note that runs through it.

Guadalajara... Guadalajara.
The song ends, as it began, with the name of the city-- marking its importance and beauty.