The project started in 2004 with the organization's self described goal to "inspire, connect, and bring peace to the world through music". The creators of the project travelled around the world to places such as New Orleans, Moscow, Zimbabwe, Tibet and using a mobile recording studio, had local musicians perform the same song, interpreted into their own local style. The project's first single Stand by Me, began with a Santa Monica street performer named Robert Ridley, who they had perform the tune. They then travelled around the world and had more musicians add their versions.
La Bamba
Playing for Change Lyrics
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Para bailar La Bamba
Se necessita una poca de gracia
Una poca de gracia
Para mi, para ti, ay arriba, ay arriba
Ay, arriba arriba
Por ti sere, por ti sere, por ti sere
Yo no soy marinero, soy capitan
Soy capitan, soy capitan
Bamba, bamba
Bamba, bamba
Bamba, bamba, bam
Para bailar La Bamba
Para bailar La Bamba
Se necessita una poca de gracia
Una poca de gracia
Para mi, para ti, ay arriba, ay arriba
Para bailar La Bamba
Para bailar La Bamba
Se necessita una poca de gracia
Una poca de gracia
Para mi, para ti, ay arriba, ay arriba
Ay, arriba arriba
Por ti sere, por ti sere, por ti sere
Bamba, bamba
Bamba, bamba
Bamba, bamba.
"La Bamba" is a traditional Mexican folk song that has been popularized internationally through various renditions, most notably by Ritchie Valens in 1958. The lyrics describe the joy and liveliness of dancing to the lively beat of the Bamba, emphasizing the need for a little grace and energy to move to the rhythm. The repetition of "para mi, para ti" reinforces the idea that anyone can enjoy and participate in the dance.
The line "yo no soy marinero, soy capitan" translates to "I am not a sailor, I am a captain," implying that the singer is the leader of the dance and guiding others to move to the beat. This assertion of leadership and confidence in the middle of the song adds a layer of pride and power to the lyrics. The repeated "bamba, bamba" refrains serve as a call to action and a reminder of the name of the dance itself.
In summary, "La Bamba" is a celebration of dancing and the joy that comes from moving to the lively beat of the Bamba. The lyrics emphasize the need for a little grace and energy to participate in the dance, while also asserting the power and leadership of the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
Para bailar La Bamba
To dance the Bamba
Para mi, para ti, ay arriba, ay arriba
For me, for you, up above, up above
Se necessita una poca de gracia
A little bit of grace is needed
Una poca de gracia
A little bit of grace
Ay, arriba arriba
Up above, up above
Por ti sere, por ti sere, por ti sere
For you I will be, for you I will be, for you I will be
Yo no soy marinero
I am not a sailor
Soy capitan, soy capitan
I am a captain, I am a captain
Bamba, bamba
Bamba, bamba
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: VALENS, RITCHIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@nellyrivas7742
Out of all the colors...
Out of all the colors I just like green
because hope
because hope never gets lost
well arriba y arriba!
ay arriba, y arriba, y arriba I'll go!
I don't believe in borders
I don't belive in borders, I will cross
I will cross, I will cross~~ (I don't know if it's a universal thing, but from where I'm from green is associated with hope, so it makes sense)
It's a bit of a direct translation and interpretation so it would make sense...
hope it helps <3
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@BennilocoLoves
more than words.. 🤗
@josehsanchezm.745
Es una de las canciones más bellas de Latinoamérica. José H. Sánchez
@ednarociogomez
Amo 💜💜
@mauro9400
@@BennilocoLoves j8 voglio ascoltare una canzone di Diana
@syarifahsabira3115
wonderful
@PlayingForChange
NEW Song Around The World: "La Bamba", featuring David Hidalgo and Cesar Rosas of Los Lobos, Andrés Calamaro and La Marisoul. This song takes us on a musical trip from the roots of Mexico into the heart of Africa. Enjoy and spread it around!
@04Tino28
Great music! I like it very much! Have a nice evening
@CarmenMartinCano
Genial!!!
@shadenrodriguezcueto483
Excelente!! me encanta cada uno de sus temas e interpretaciones!!