Son De La Loma
Miguel Matamoros Matamoros Lyrics
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Son de la loma y cantan en llano
ya veras, cómo no.
¡ay mama!
Son de la loma y cantan en llano
Son de la loma, cantan en llano
son de la loma, ay mama
ellos cantan en llano.
Son de la loma, cantan en llano
son de la loma, ay mama
ellos cantan en llano.
Son de la loma, cantan en llano
son de la loma, ay mama
ellos cantan en llano.
Son de la loma y ca tan en llano
Son de la loma y cantan en llano.
The lyrics of Son de la Loma are repetitious but convey a strong sense of pride and joy in the simple rural lifestyle. The song is a celebration of the music and culture of the Cuban countryside, with its distinctive rhythms and melodies. The repeated phrase "Son de la loma y cantan en llano" (They are from the hills and sing on the plain) highlights the connection between the land and the music that springs from it, as well as the way that this music is enjoyed by people from all walks of life.
The use of "ay mama" in the lyrics is a common expression in Cuban music that expresses feelings of excitement and passion. The repetition of this phrase throughout the song creates a sense of energy and enthusiasm, reflecting the joy that the music brings to those who listen and dance to it. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, conveying a sense of pride and community that is central to Cuban culture.
Line by Line Meaning
¡ay mama!
Exclamation of emotion or excitement.
Son de la loma y cantan en llano
This music comes from the hills but it's being sung on the plain.
ya verás, cómo no.
You'll see, of course it is.
Son de la loma, cantan en llano
This music comes from the hills but it's being sung on the plain.
son de la loma, ay mama
This music comes from the hills and it's special to me.
ellos cantan en llano.
They sing it on the plain, it's universal.
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