The group's musical line-up incorporates such diverse instruments as mandolins, glockenspiels, accordion, military bass-drum, and the legendary Nickelodeon, an extraordinary instrument designed and built for the purpose of delivering Sailor's definitive sound.
Their first album, released in 1974, included the hit "Traffic Jam". The album achieved Gold status in Holland. But it was the second album "Trouble" that established Sailor throughout the world. "A Glass of Champagne" was a massive hit throughout the world in 1975, followed by "Girls Girls Girls" in 1976.
The original line-up changed regularly from the end of the 1970s. In 1980 Phil and Henry released a new album together with Gavin David and Virginia David. In 1989 a new album was released after a ten year silence, featuring two singles "The Secretary" and "La Cumbia", so after a long gap they went back on tour again. In 1995 Georg Kajanus departed the band to pursue a solo career, leading to the introduction of Peter Lincoln, a respected guitarist and singer. Original member Henry Marsh left the band in late 1999, to be replaced by Anthony England. He was replaced in turn by Rob Alderton in 2001.
In 2004 Sailor were voted the 45th most successful pop band of the last 40 years in Germany.
In July 2005 Rob Alderton departed, but a few weeks later, original member Henry Marsh returned to his place at the Nickelodeon. In 2006 Peter Lincoln decided to leave after ten years to join The Sweet. Afterwards, Henry's son Oliver Marsh joined the band as their new singer to continue the journey...
La Cumbia
Sailor Lyrics
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We do the Rumba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
We do the Conga
We do the Samba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
Cumbia
Para el deseo.
Para la pasion.
Cumbia
Para la pena del corazon.
Cumbia
Siempre contigo.
Cumbia
Siempre el amor.
Cumbia
Para momentos de mas calor.
We do the Cha-Cha
We do the Rumba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
We do the Conga
We do the Samba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
We do the Cha-Cha
We do the Rumba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
We do the Conga
We do the Samba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
Cumbia
Para todala noche.
Cumbia
Para mi obsesion.
Cumbia
Como latidos del corazon.
Cumbia
Siempre contigo.
Cumbia
Siempre el amor.
Cumbia
Paramomentos de mas calor.
We do the Cha-Cha
We do the Rumba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
We do the Conga
We do the Samba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
Cumbia - Cumbia (El pulso de mi corazon)
Cumbia
Cumbia
Cumbia
Cumbia.
We do the Cha-Cha
We do the Rumba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
We do the Conga
We do the Samba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
We do the Cha-Cha
We do the Rumba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
We do the Conga
We do the Samba
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
The Sailor's song La Cumbia is an upbeat and lively tune that speaks to the love for a specific dance style, the Cumbia. The lyrics highlight how the dancers enjoy other styles like the Cha-Cha, Rumba, Conga, and Samba, but their passion lies in Cumbia. The repeated phrase 'We do the Cha-Cha, We do the Rumba, but we prefer to do the Cumbia, We do the Conga, We do the Samba, but we prefer to do the Cumbia' emphasizes their undying love for Cumbia regardless of other dance forms they enjoy.
The other lyrics in La Cumbia further express the importance and significance of Cumbia in the dancer's lives. The lines, 'Cumbia para el deseo' (Cumbia for desire), 'Cumbia para la pasion' (Cumbia for passion), and 'Cumbia para la pena del corazon' (Cumbia for the pain of the heart) showcase the various emotions that Cumbia can evoke in them. The repeated line, 'Cumbia siempre contigo, Cumbia siempre el amor' (Cumbia always with you, Cumbia always love) highlights how the dance form is a constant companion and a symbol of love for the dancers.
Overall, Sailor's song La Cumbia is a celebration of the beautiful and captivating dance form that is Cumbia. The lyrics showcase the dancers' undying love and passion for Cumbia and how it remains a constant source of joy, love, and inspiration in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
We do the Cha-Cha
We dance the Cha-Cha, but our true passion lies elsewhere.
We do the Rumba
We dance the Rumba, but we don't find it as satisfying as our favorite dance.
But we prefer to do the Cumbia.
Our true love is the Cumbia; it fulfills us like no other dance can.
We do the Conga
We're familiar with the Conga, but it can't compare to our beloved Cumbia.
We do the Samba
We know how to dance the Samba, but it doesn't have the same depth and richness as our preferred dance.
Cumbia
Para el deseo.
Cumbia satisfies our desires; it's a dance of passion.
Cumbia
Para la pasion.
Cumbia is about passion; it fills our souls with fiery emotion.
Cumbia
Para la pena del corazon.
Cumbia can also help us through heartache; it's a dance of healing.
Cumbia
Siempre contigo.
Cumbia is always with us; it's something we can always turn to.
Cumbia
Siempre el amor.
Cumbia is always love; it's a dance of the heart.
Cumbia
Para momentos de mas calor.
Cumbia is perfect for those moments when our passion burns hottest.
Cumbia - Cumbia (El pulso de mi corazon)
Cumbia is the pulse of our hearts; it beats within us.
Cumbia
Cumbia
Cumbia
Cumbia.
Cumbia is our everything; it fills us up completely.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GEORGE KAJANUS, PASCAL DE VORMER
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