Bandelero
Pinchers Lyrics


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Worry bout Sherman
And danger business (gunshot)
Say no say
Original Bandilero man
(Roarooo, hoooo)

Chorus:
Hey gringos empasero
Uh-when ya make way for di bandilero
'cause if you don't do that my friend
Then your number is zero
Dem lyrics snatch up like the sword of Zorro (Roaroooo)

Shoulda seen me inna Colorado
Uh-When I buck up di yout Franco Nero
When they all (sit up kick up?)
Pon de (tell up pon de?) caravan stay so (Zero)
No him come lick the pelico
And pelico don't play up in de morrow
Dem want fi jump inna mi chest and (feeling bad)
Because dem feel overmacho (Zero)
But I just drink the tequila
And so mi arms of the sweet chi-chiquita
And tell a boy next time dey say no reach dat
I am de profesora (Zero)
You should never test the champion (No)
My name is Pinchers, I'm the Don Gorgon (Yeah, yeah)

Chorus

Pick a likkle tune pon mi banjo
Make a little walk in El Paso
Tell dem say fi take it down below because
(Disses) ain't no stage show (Zero)
Dem a walks with this and make me bad so
And mi wicked den the one Al Pacino
Dem (juke up ominus?) and
Alla want the Bandilero just-a move slow (Zero)

Hey gringos empasero
Uh-when ya make way for di bandilero
Because if you don't do that my friend
Then your number is zero
'cause anytime they come down
Lik my pistelero (Zero) (Oyy, Hmm)
You should never dis the champion (No, no)
My name is Pinchers, I'm the Don Gorgon (Yeah, yeah)

Franco Nero him go lik the pelico (Pelico)
And pelico we gon play up in de morrow
Him want fi jump inna mi chest
And gwan liscense dem overmacho (Zero)
But I just drink the tequila
And so mi arms of mi sweet chi-chiquita
And tell a boy next time dem say no reach dat
I am the Profesora (Zero, Hoooo)
Mercy now
(Woah,) No mercy now
No mercy now
No, No, No, No, No (chu no easy?)
You should never test the champion (No)
My name is Pinchers, I'm the Don Gorgon (Yeah, yeah)

Hey gringos empasero (Sero)
Uh-when ya make way for di bandilero
Because if you don't do that my friend
Then your number is zero
Dem lyrics snatch up like the sword of Zorro (Roaroooo)
Badder than di one Al Pacino




Wickeder than Gus Martino
It's a day like today when me buck up the yout Franco Nero

Overall Meaning

The song "Bandelero" by Pinchers is a classic dancehall track with heavy bass and a catchy chorus. The lyrics speak to the power and danger of being a Bandelero, a legendary outlaw in Mexican folklore. The song starts with a warning to those who would cross a Bandelero, and then moves into a series of bravado-filled verses about Pinchers' own experiences as a Bandelero. He describes how he faced off against other tough guys like Franco Nero and Al Pacino and emerged victorious, but also how he sometimes drinks tequila with his "sweet chi-chiquita." The chorus emphasizes the danger of crossing a Bandelero and the importance of showing respect.


Overall, "Bandelero" is a song about power, danger, and respect. The character of the Bandelero embodies all three of these qualities, and Pinchers wants the listener to know that he is such a person. The lyrics are full of references to other tough guys and outlaws, adding to the sense of danger that surrounds the Bandelero.


Line by Line Meaning

Worry bout Sherman
Feeling anxious about the situation and the potential danger.


And danger business (gunshot)
Dealing with hazardous or risky ventures, possibly involving firearms.


Say no say
An exclamation of encouragement or affirmation.


Original Bandilero man
Being the first and authentic person to hold the title of Bandilero, a term likely used to describe oneself as a skilled and respected individual in certain circles.


(Roarooo, hoooo)
An exclamation or vocalization of enthusiasm or excitement.


Chorus:
The repeated section of the song that serves as a hook and summarizes the overall theme or message.


Hey gringos empasero
Addressing non-Hispanic or Caucasian individuals to beware and be mindful of the singer's presence and power.


Uh-when ya make way for di bandilero
Moving aside or submitting to the authority and dominance of the Bandilero, or else facing negative consequences.


'cause if you don't do that my friend
Warning of the artist's intent to harm or punish those who disobey or disrespect them.


Then your number is zero
Suggesting that the person will not survive or be relevant if they fail to comply with the artist's demands.


Dem lyrics snatch up like the sword of Zorro (Roaroooo)
Boasting about the quality and effectiveness of the singer's lyrics, comparing them to a famous and skilled fictional character from media.


Shoulda seen me inna Colorado
Implying that the artist has had prior confrontations or experiences that showcase their abilities and fearsomeness, specifically in Colorado.


Uh-When I buck up di yout Franco Nero
Referring to a past incident where the singer confronted or opposed someone named Franco Nero, which likely earned them more respect or notoriety among their peers.


When they all (sit up kick up?)
When their opposition tries to retaliate or fight back against the singer.


Pon de (tell up pon de?) caravan stay so (Zero)
Possibly referencing a situation where the singer was ambushed or surrounded by many people, but managed to defeat or overcome them all.


No him come lick the pelico
Someone else, not the artist, suffered a defeat or injury.


And pelico don't play up in de morrow
Pelico might be the person who failed or lost, and they will not retaliate or recover tomorrow.


Dem want fi jump inna mi chest and (feeling bad)
Their opponents desire to cause the singer harm or distress by attacking their body or personal space.


Because dem feel overmacho (Zero)
Their opponents are likely feeling prideful or boastful, but the singer does not fear or acknowledge them.


But I just drink the tequila
The artist remains calm and collected, enjoying a drink in the face of danger or opposition.


And so mi arms of the sweet chi-chiquita
Referencing a woman or woman's arms that provide the artist with comfort or love.


And tell a boy next time dey say no reach dat
Advising someone not to refuse or challenge the artist's authority or ability in the future.


I am de profesora (Zero)
Asserting that the singer is a teacher or expert in their field, likely related to power or violence, and they will not tolerate resistance.


You should never test the champion (No)
Warning others not to test or provoke the artist, who is confident and powerful.


My name is Pinchers, I'm the Don Gorgon (Yeah, yeah)
Revealing the singer's chosen name and title, likely related to their reputation or occupation, and emphasizing its significance or legitimacy.


Pick a likkle tune pon mi banjo
Playing a small or simple melody or tune on their banjo instrument.


Make a little walk in El Paso
Taking a stroll or walking around a city or town called El Paso.


Tell dem say fi take it down below because
Instructing someone to lower the tone or intensity of their actions or words.


(Disses) ain't no stage show (Zero)
Dismissing or belittling someone's potential threat or attack as just a show or performance.


Dem a walks with this and make me bad so
Referring to their opponents holding a weapon or displaying aggression, which does not intimidate or scare the singer.


And mi wicked den the one Al Pacino
Boasting about being more wicked or powerful than an actor named Al Pacino, who is known for playing violent or criminal roles.


Dem (juke up ominus?) and
Their opponents likely try to stab or attack them, but the artist is unfazed or resilient.


Alla want the Bandilero just-a move slow (Zero)
Their opponents are trying to stall or delay the artist's progress, but they remain unaffected or unbothered by the tactic.


Mercy now
An exclamation or plea for mercy or compassion, possibly to the artist's opponents.


(Woah,) No mercy now
Refusing to show any mercy or pity, and preparing to engage in violence or harm.


No, No, No, No, No (chu no easy?)
Emphasizing that the artist will not back down or give up, despite any obstacles or opposition they may face.


Hey gringos empasero (Sero)
Repeating the earlier instruction for non-Hispanic or Caucasian individuals to beware and submit to the singer's authority.


Dem lyrics snatch up like the sword of Zorro (Roaroooo)
Repeating the previous boast about the effectiveness and quality of the singer's lyrics.


Badder than di one Al Pacino
Reiterating the earlier claim of being more wicked or powerful than a famous actor named Al Pacino.


Wickeder than Gus Martino
Claiming to be more evil or dangerous than another person named Gus Martino, who is likely a notorious or infamous figure in the artist's community.


It's a day like today when me buck up the yout Franco Nero
Recalling a past encounter or event where the artist confronted or defeated a person named Franco Nero, similar to an earlier reference.




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LLOYD WOODROWE JAMES, DELROY GARY THOMPSON

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