Formed, in 1978, with Charly … Read Full Bio ↴Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1959.
Formed, in 1978, with Charly García, David Lebón and Oscar Moro, the group Serú Girán, considered by audiences and critics alike to be a landmark in Argentine Rock music, which left a legacy of 10 albums, attendance records and an influence that transcends generations.
In 1983 he joined the Pat Metheny Group as multi-instrumentalist and vocalist. This line-up of the acclaimed group performed around the world and won three Grammy Awards for "First Circle" (1984),"Letter from Home" (1989) and "The Road to You" (1993).
Wrote the scores for the following films:
- "Hombre mirando al sudeste" (1987)("Man Facing Southeast")
- "Ultimas imágenes del naufragio" (1990)("Last Images of the Shipwreck")
- "El camino de los sueños" (1993)("The Path of Dreams")
- "No te mueras sin decirme adónde vas" (1995)("Don't Die Without Telling Me Where You're Going")
- "El mundo contra mí" (1996) ("The World Against Me")
- "Buenos Aires, 2067" (Stunt show) (1997)
- "Cómplices" (1998)("Accomplices")
- "Indocumentados" (2004)
- "Un buda" (2005)
Works as producer, composer, arranger, instrumentalist and singer on recordings and on stage with some of the most prominent artists of Argentina and the world.
Gives lectures and clinics on recording, mixing and record production, as well as artistic creativity.
Published in 1992 his poetry book "Pruebas de Fuego", re-released in 2005 by Longseller.
Leads his own group since 1993, with which he explores the roots of Argentine and Latin American popular music, imparting to it a unique and personal contemporary feel contributed, in equal measure, by his ample experience in other styles such as Rock and Jazz, his constant openness to new tendencies as well as his investigation of old traditions.
Has released eleven solo albums:
- "Pedro Aznar" (1982)
- "Contemplación" (1985)
- "Fotos de Tokyo" (1986)
- "David y Goliath" (1995)
- "Cuerpo y alma" (1998)
- "Caja de música" (2000)(Songs on poems by Jorge Luis Borges)
- "Huellas en la luz" (2001)(Music for Films)
- "Parte de volar" (2002)
- "En Vivo" (2002)
- "Mudras-Duets" (2003)
- "Aznar canta Brasil" (2005) (on CD and DVD)
and over eighty with other artists.
Zamba del Carnaval
Pedro Aznar Lyrics
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toro serrano
Pa' ver si mato penas
carnavaleando
Me anda faltando plata
chicha, coraje
y un empujón del diablo
Carnavales carperos
la chicha y la albahaca llorando en el vino
Los caballos atados vuelven a la luna al galope tendido
Y un empujón del diablo me anda faltando
Ven, bailemos la zamba
los dos solitos
quiero trampearte el alma
con mi gualicho
Tu pañuelito al aire
busca consuelo
Mi corazón lo sigue
de vuelo en vuelo
The lyrics of Pedro Aznar's song "Zamba del Carnaval" talks about a man who comes from obscurity and wants to forget all his sorrows through the joyous carnival celebration. He compares himself to a "toro serrano" or a wild bull, emphasizing his strength and vitality, and hoping to dispel all of his melancholy. However, he admits to lacking the resources necessary to achieve his goals, namely, money and courage. He believes that he needs a little bit of "diabolical" help to win over the person he loves. The rest of the lyrics describe the bittersweet atmosphere of the carnival, where everyone is celebrating, but there is also pain and longing in the air. In the end, the singer asks his partner to dance and lure her with his sorcery, following her every move with his heart.
The song is full of symbolism, reflecting the popular culture of Argentina. The "toro serrano" represents masculinity, while the "chicha" is a type of fermented corn beverage that is popular in the Andes. The "albahaca" or basil is used for purification, and crying in wine is a sign of grief. "Gualicho" is a spiritual power that is believed to influence people, much like sorcery. The reference to horses may relate to the gaucho tradition, which is prevalent in the Argentine countryside. The song captures the paradox of the carnival, where people come to celebrate life, but at the same time, acknowledge its fleeting, temporal nature.
Line by Line Meaning
Vengo desde el olvido toro serrano
I come from oblivion, like a wild bull
Pa' ver si mato penas carnavaleando
To see if I can kill sorrows by dancing carnival
Me anda faltando plata chicha, coraje y un empujón del diablo pa' enamorarte
I'm missing money, chicha, courage, and the devil's push to fall in love with you
Carnavales carperos la chicha y la albahaca llorando en el vino
Country carnivals, where chicha and basil cry in the wine
Los caballos atados vuelven a la luna al galope tendido
Tied horses return to the moon with a fast gallop
Y un empujón del diablo me anda faltando
And I'm missing the devil's push
Ven, bailemos la zamba los dos solitos
Come on, let's dance zamba just the two of us
quiero trampearte el alma con mi gualicho
I want to deceive your soul with my spell
Tu pañuelito al aire busca consuelo
Your handkerchief in the air seeks comfort
Mi corazón lo sigue de vuelo en vuelo
My heart follows it from flight to flight
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GUSTAVO LEGUIZAMON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sarayaniraalconchambi9129
Vengo desde el olvido
toro serrano
Pa' ver si mato penas
carnavaleando
Me anda faltando plata
chicha, coraje
y un empujón del diablo
pa' enamorarte
Carnavales carperos
la chicha y la albahaca llorando en el vino
Los caballos atados vuelven a la luna al galope tendido
Y un empujón del diablo me anda faltando
Ven, bailemos la zamba
los dos solitos
quiero trampearte el alma
con mi gualicho
Tu paÃuelito al aire
busca consuelo
Mi corazón lo sigue
de vuelo en vuelo
@federicomazzocato6006
Vengo desde el olvido
toro serrano
Pa' ver si mato penas
carnavaleando
Me anda faltando plata
chicha, coraje
y un empujón del diablo
pa' enamorarte
Carnavales carperos
la chicha y la albahaca llorando en el vino
Los caballos atados vuelven a la luna al galope tendido
Y un empujón del diablo me anda faltando
Ven, bailemos la zamba
los dos solitos
quiero trampearte el alma
con mi gualicho
Tu pañuelito al aire
busca consuelo
Mi corazón lo sigue
de vuelo en vuelo
@raulperalta4620
Que maravilla como se valora el folklor en Argentina, un cantante de música popular interpretando de manera magistral está hermosa samba, saludos desde el otro lado de la cerca de un chileno que ama el canto latinoamericáno.
@liliaarditirocha6529
Que inmenso es Pedro!
Es pura luz. Cada tema se embellece si está él. Su voz es increíble.
Es un ser superior...
@sarayaniraalconchambi9129
Vengo desde el olvido
toro serrano
Pa' ver si mato penas
carnavaleando
Me anda faltando plata
chicha, coraje
y un empujón del diablo
pa' enamorarte
Carnavales carperos
la chicha y la albahaca llorando en el vino
Los caballos atados vuelven a la luna al galope tendido
Y un empujón del diablo me anda faltando
Ven, bailemos la zamba
los dos solitos
quiero trampearte el alma
con mi gualicho
Tu paÃuelito al aire
busca consuelo
Mi corazón lo sigue
de vuelo en vuelo
@aliciacadelli9850
Hermosa zamba, excelente intérprete, y muy pero muy buena la reproducción. No me canso de escucharlo
@edgarblumenfeld7077
Uno de los mejores solos de harmonica cromática en la vuelta. Para pararse al lado de Pedro y llevarse los aplausos...si que hay que ser un grande!
@tavramos
He escuchado esto 5 veces seguidas y es una obra de arte...gracias por la música!
@pablocamardelli6053
Maestro... capo ...!!!! Que maravilla escuchar música del genio del Cuchi Leguizamón, en la interpretación de Pedro Aznar. Gracias ...!!!!
@nelsonmichetti1579
Matavilloso Pedro. Trascendental!!
@brianmorgan99
La primera vez que escuché esta canción fue en una plaza, recién llegado al norte. A día de hoy, vuelvo de laburar con un vino en mano pensando en ella después de un día con mucha gente.
Me despierta, es inexplicable!
@oslosl2208
Que decir... simplemente una gran zamba,un gran autor,letras que solo un grande puede lucirse,uno como Pedro porsupuesto gran artista SOS un genio queridoo !!! Que magnífica interpretación,aver diganmen,a mas de uno se le anudo la garganta y se le quebró la voz...verdad ??? Yy siii no es para menos....