Born in the mountain town of Aibonito, Puerto Rico and named after his uncle, Obie’s family moved to the farmlands of Vineland, New Jersey just before his teens. Music actually wasn't his first passion -- it was poetry. He learned guitar from his father, a big Beatles fan, while also being influenced by his mother's lively salsa sounds. Soon, he brought his two loves of words and music together, recording a demo in 1996 that led to an international label deal and the release of his debut album Locales two years later.
Though he received some acclaim, that first album didn't make him an overnight star; Obie chose to step back from his career and took a job at a New York Laundromat in the South Bronx, where his life and that of customers and co-workers inspired the songs that would fill his second album, Confesiones, released by EMI International in 2004. The album’s lead single "Antes" topped Latin charts worldwide and lead to Confesiones receiving multiple Latin GRAMMY nominations.
Obie next followed with the award-winning Todo El Año, a rich collection touched by personal experience and reflection, offering further heartfelt and soulful tales as the vivid title track shot to #1, and the album’s Latin Grammy win followed.
Now, Obie Bermúdez returns to the Latin Pop landscape once again with Lo Que Trajo El Barco (“What The Ship Has Brought In”). Working with multiple-Grammy winning producers Sebastian Krys and Andres Castro, Obie describes the album as a musical growth that still maintains his distinctive style and sound and provides a reminder that "No matter how much we move ahead in our lives and modify ourselves, we still need life’s basic anchors of hope, faith, and charity towards others”.
On the new album, a host of accomplished players took part in the sessions, including Fania All-Stars bassist Sal Cuevas, Sergio George percussionist Luis Quintero, renowned drummer Lee Levin, and famed Brazilian percussionist Laercio Da Costa. Producer Krys says the music is combination of Puerto Rican rhythms and the rich landscape of New York, with a story behind every song. The first single “Sigo Con Ella” (I’m Still With Her), is a song of devotion and dreams derived from the one you love.
All Music Guide has praised Obie for his original arrangements and sheer musical integrity, "a sonic palette rich with acoustic flavor and a tasteful mix of his Latino and alt-rock influences, an artist not only willing to take risks, but delighting in them." As he said the historic night he won his Grammy, “Nothing is impossible." For Obie Bermudez." making music is all about seizing the day, in fact, the moment, to find creative vigor and purpose. He told the Times, "I've always said that opportunities come around again and again. The important thing is not to be caught sitting on your hands when it comes."
Celos
Obie Bermúdez Lyrics
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Seria como una condena
Que las mujeres como tu realmente
No valian la pena
Pero tu cuerpo, tu manera de mirarme
Me hizo bajar la guardia para asi dejarte entrar
Ya es hora de que tu comprendas
Que estoy dispuesto a lo que sea para hacerte dano
Para que sientas lo que siento
why yo te felicito porque sabes jugar
Pero la ultima carta a ti te puede hacer llorar
Quiero doblar la apuesta para recuperar
Lo que tu te llevaste caro te puede costar
Que mala has sido, que paso,
Dime que fue lo que aqui sucedio
No digas nada, se muy bien que lo que a ti te di
No te importo
why ahora yo me enveneno con tanto rencor
Me decido a olvidar el perdon
Si la encuentro ahora mismo
Con mis propias manos le quito la vida
why yo te felicito porque sabes jugar
Pero la ultima carta a ti te puede hacer llorar
Quiero doblar la apuesta para recuperar
Lo que tu te llevaste caro te puede costar
The song "Celos" by Obie Bermúdez is a powerful and emotional song that explores the theme of jealousy and betrayal in a relationship. The lyrics start by describing how the singer was warned about falling in love with the subject of the song, but eventually fell for her anyway. However, he feels that he has been misled by her, and is now seeking revenge for the time he lost with her. He is willing to do anything to cause her pain and make her feel what he feels.
The singer expresses his frustration and anger towards his partner, using strong and vivid language to describe the depth of his feelings. He accuses her of playing games with him, and warns her that her actions will have consequences. He feels that he has been wronged by her, and is seeking justice for his pain. The singer also expresses his desire to take matters into his own hands and seek revenge on his own.
Overall, the song "Celos" is a poignant and powerful exploration of the theme of jealousy and betrayal in love. The lyrics are full of raw emotion and vivid imagery, capturing the feelings of anger, sadness, and revenge that can arise when love goes wrong.
Line by Line Meaning
Me habian dicho que amarte a ti
People warned me that loving you would be like a prison sentence
Seria como una condena
They said it would be a punishment
Que las mujeres como tu realmente
Women like you
No valian la pena
Aren't worth it
Pero tu cuerpo, tu manera de mirarme
But your body, the way you look at me
Me hizo bajar la guardia para asi dejarte entrar
Made me let my guard down and let you in
Devuelveme todo aquel tiempo que perdi contigo
Give back all the time I wasted with you
Ya es hora de que tu comprendas
It's time for you to understand
Que estoy dispuesto a lo que sea para hacerte dano
That I'm willing to do anything to hurt you
Para que sientas lo que siento
So you can feel what I feel
Porque yo te felicito porque sabes jugar
I congratulate you because you know how to play
Pero la ultima carta a ti te puede hacer llorar
But the last card can make you cry
Quiero doblar la apuesta para recuperar
I want to double down to win back
Lo que tu te llevaste caro te puede costar
What you took from me can cost you dearly
Que mala has sido, que paso,
How bad you've been, what happened
Dime que fue lo que aqui sucedio
Tell me what happened here
No digas nada, se muy bien que lo que a ti te di
Don't say anything, I know what I gave you
No te importo
It didn't matter to you
Y ahora yo me enveneno con tanto rencor
And now I poison myself with so much resentment
Me decido a olvidar el perdon
I decide to forget forgiveness
Si la encuentro ahora mismo
If I find her right now
Con mis propias manos le quito la vida
I'll take her life with my own hands
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MIGUEL ANGEL SOTO, OBED BERMUDEZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Southamericangirl42
¡Me encanta! Tan excelente su voz y además es guapo. 😊👍
lorena7318
Me encanto!.. la maravillosa voz de Obie.. pega con lo que sea. Gracias por subir esta version!
leopoldo Iván Villalpando Cruz
wow buenisima!!! espero poder encontrarla!! esta buenisima!!!
Guillermo Hernandez
(Y) Este Obie va creciendo....
David López Cardeña
Muy buena canción
Analet Bueno
obie eres mi canto d mi corazón mi salsero