Las Mañanitas
Mexico & Mariachis Lyrics
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Encontraras en tu reja un fresco ramo de flores que mi corazón te deja chinita de mis amores
Estas son las mañanitas que cantaba el rey David
Hoy por ser día de tu santo te las cantamos a ti
Si el sereno de la esquina me quisiera hacer favor
De apagar su linternita mientras que pasa mi amor
Despierta mi bien despierta mira que ya amaneció
Ya los pajarillos cantan la luna ya se metió
Encienda su linternita que ya ha pasado mi amor
Amapolita dorada de los llanos de Tepi
Si no estas enamorada enamórate de mí
Despierta mi bien despierta mira que ya amaneció
Ya los pajarillos cantan la luna ya se metió.
The lyrics of "Las Mañanitas" talk about the tradition of wishing someone a happy birthday in the morning. The song starts with a greeting to the beloved person on their saint's day, and the singer offers them the sweetness of their song. They also leave a bouquet of flowers at their doorstep, which represents the love and admiration they feel for the person.
The song mentions the story of King David singing "Las Mañanitas," which means it's a tradition that goes back thousands of years. The lyrics also express the singer's request to the watchman to turn off their lantern to not disturb the one they love. The song continues with the awakening of the beloved person, reminding them it's a new day, and birds are already singing, and the moon has set. Finally, the song ends with a plea to a beautiful girl called Amapolita to fall in love.
Overall, "Las Mañanitas" is a beautiful and timeless song that represents a heartfelt way of showing affection, love, and respect. Its lyrics speak to the idea of waking up early to honor someone's special day and to offer them a bouquet of fresh flowers, a sweet song, and the promise of love.
Line by Line Meaning
En la fresca y perfumada mañanita de tu santo recibe bien amada la dulzura de mi canto
On this fresh and fragrant morning of your saint day, my beloved, please accept the sweetness of my song with open arms.
Encontraras en tu reja un fresco ramo de flores que mi corazón te deja chinita de mis amores
You'll find a fresh bouquet of flowers at your window, my love. They were picked and tendered by my heart, and they're just a small representation of my affection for you.
Estas son las mañanitas que cantaba el rey David
These are the same morning serenades that King David used to sing, my darling.
Hoy por ser día de tu santo te las cantamos a ti
Today, because it's your saint day, we sing them for you, my love.
Si el sereno de la esquina me quisiera hacer favor De apagar su linternita mientras que pasa mi amor
If the watchman on the corner would be so kind to turn off his lantern as my love passes by,
Despierta mi bien despierta mira que ya amaneció
Wake up, my dear, wake up and see that the morning has arrived.
Ya los pajarillos cantan la luna ya se metió
The birds are already singing, and the moon has gone to sleep.
Ahora sí señor sereno le agradezco su favor
Thank you, watchman, for granting my request.
Encienda su linternita que ya ha pasado mi amor
Now, please turn your lantern back on, for my love has already passed.
Amapolita dorada de los llanos de Tepi Si no estas enamorada enamórate de mí
Golden poppy of the Tepi plains, if you're not already in love, then fall in love with me.
Despierta mi bien despierta mira que ya amaneció Ya los pajarillos cantan la luna ya se metió.
Wake up, my dear, wake up and see that the morning has arrived. The birds are already singing and the moon has gone to sleep.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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