Calé Barí
Ojos de Brujo Lyrics
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The lyrics of Ojos de Brujo's song Calé barí speak about the experience of the gypsy community and their art in flamenco music. The first few lines talk about the technique of playing the guitar or palo seco and how it creates a rhythm that matches the movements of the player while sitting on a chair. The lines then go on to describe the different flamenco styles, known as tonas, martinetes, deblas, livianas, and soleas, with the use of the caña, which is a cane used as a percussion instrument. The singer praises the beauty and skill of the gypsy singing, which incorporates different motifs that are heard in the neighbors' gathering places.
The next set of lyrics talks about the struggles and challenges of the gypsy life, as they work and love, and how they find passion and meaning in it. The word "braseando" is used, which means to be passionate, enthusiastic or fired up, which encompasses the overall emotion of the song. The singer also expresses their own sense of confidence in their art, using their "labia" or their gift for words to weave their own fate. The lines end with an upbeat description of the joy and celebration in the community, as the sounds of palmitas and rumba music fill the air. The final lines of the song bring the focus back to the gypsy identity, repeating the words "camelo, caló, calé, barí" as a reminder of the rich and vibrant culture that the song represents.
Line by Line Meaning
Tiene mucho arte a palo seco
This person has great skill in playing flamenco guitar without any accompaniment.
Con tal palito se marcaba el compás en la silla
They use a simple stick to keep the beat while playing guitar sitting down.
Arrancándose por: tonás, martinetes, deblas, livianas, soleás
They play various flamenco styles such as tonás, martinetes, deblas, livianas, and soleás with great passion.
¡vaya caña con la caña!
They play with intense spirit and energy that is heard through their use of the cane.
Cante gitano, cante bien, cante bonito
The vocal style is gypsy, melodious, and wonderful.
Se mezclan los motivos en el colmao de los vecinos
In the marketplace of neighbors, different musical motifs combine to form something unique.
¡ diquela! ¡diquela! ¡duquela! ¡duquela!
Encouragement is shouted out to their community to celebrate the music they are hearing.
Currelando, trabajando, Camelando ando amando enamorando braseando voy
They journey through life, working hard, loving, enchanting, and embracing it all with passion.
¡anda con el braseo!
This is a call to embrace life with passion and excitement.
De chispitas al cielo tu cuerpecito
Your body sends sparks flying up to the sky.
Vaya graffiti te has marco primo (x2)
Their body movements are like graffiti, leaving a lasting impression and creative expression.
Aquí la menda con toa mi labia
Here I am, with all my charm and wit.
Echando cábalas a mi manera
They are throwing out superstitions in their own unique way.
Vete malaje! Venga la juerga!
They are calling out to those who want to enjoy the party and let loose.
Hermético punto de arranque planea
The starting point for the music is a mystery, but it is an important component.
Échale jaleos a tó el que se lo merezca
They encourage flamenco audiences to express themselves and become a part of the experience.
Tocata y fuga de misterios y de penas
This is a musical journey through the mysteries and struggles of life.
Suenan palmitas...!!! la rumba arrasa!!!
The percussion of palm clapping signals a rumba that is taking everything by storm.
En el parque de mi barrio se está mejor que en mi casa ¡asá!
They enjoy the community feeling and liveliness of the park more than their own home.
Lo que rebulle en el alma
The feelings that are roiling in their soul.
Por tanguitos va sonando
Their soulful feelings get expressed through tangos.
Siguiendo la melodía y el compás
They are following the melody and beat of the music.
Se va por tangos, se va por tangos...
This person is just lost in the emotion and feeling of the tango music.
Camelo, caló, calé, barí
These are different words that might describe different parts of the flamenco experience.
Ay! Caló, calé, barí
This is an exclamation of enthusiasm for the flamenco culture and lifestyle.
Contributed by Julian P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@loveshackartandphoto
I saw Ojos de Brujo back in San Francisco in 2005, I was in the very first row and my imagination and senses were hypnotized by their music and performance.I got a chance to meet and talk with the beautiful Maria,who signed my Bari c.d. One of my favorite International musical groups. Thank you for the art Pablo Ortega
@dombory2631
Jhoan Alexander Ortega...I just met them, and no doubt that they are great.
@infinitalocura
exelente musiquita saludos desde mexico*
@marcoarce8534
grupazooo, saludos de lima
@dsmusicuk
Just love this group!!!!
@lauramondragon1491
<3 Andalucìa. Grupazo....
@VAIDASInteligentas
Nors nieko nesuprantu, bet GERAI skamba! :)
@clairenovak883
love them
@rajramansf
Me too. At the Brava or at Stern Grove? Marina Abad has the rawest voice in music.
@mire9480
Arte sobra