guadalajara
The Mexico Mariachis Lyrics

Guadalajara, Guadalajara
Repeating the name of the city, establishing the identity of the place.

Tienes el alma de provinciana
The city of Guadalajara has the soul of a small town, simple and authentic.

Hueles a limpia rosa temprana
The city smells like a fresh, clean rose in the morning, fragrant and pleasant.

A verde jara fresca del rio
Like the fresh greenery growing alongside the river, lush and new.

Son mil palomas tu caserio
The town is as peaceful and calming as a flock of a thousand doves.

Hueles a pura tierra mojada
The scent of the city is the pure aroma of wet earth, refreshing and natural.

Ay ay ay ay! Colomito Lejano
An exclamation of joy and nostalgia for a faraway neighborhood called Colomito.

Ay! Ojitos de agua hermanos
An exclamation of endearment for the sparkling water springs, like brothers watching over the town.

Ay! Colomitos inolvidables
An exclamation of fond memories for unforgettable times in Colomitos.

Inolvidables como las tardes
Those times are unforgettable, just like the peaceful evenings they bring to mind.

En que la lluvia desde la loma
The rain from the hill during those evenings.

No nos dejaba ir a Zapopan
The rain would keep them from going to Zapopan, resulting in enjoyable extended evenings filled with music and food.

Ay ay ay ay! Tlaquepaque pueblito
An exclamation of affection for the nearby small town, Tlaquepaque.

Tus olorosos jarritos
Admiring the beautifully crafted, aromatic pottery jars made in Tlaquepaque.

Hacen mas fresco el dulce tepache
The jars enhance the refreshing, sweet flavor of Tepache, a traditional fermented drink.

Junto a la birria con el mariachi
Enjoying the tasty Birria while listening to lively Mariachi music.

Que en los parianes y alfarerias
Mariachi music that is oftentimes played in the town center, filled with pottery workshops.

Suena con triste melancolia
The music sounds with a bittersweet melancholy, evoking strong emotional feelings while recalling memories of the past.

Ay ay ay ay! Laguna de Chapala
An exclamation of admiration for Chapala Lake, a scenic, mystical lake.

Tienes de un cuento la magia
The lake has a magical quality, like a storybook come to life.

Cuento de ocasos y de alborada
It's a story of sunsets and sunrises, changes of light and shadow.

De enamoradas noches lunadas
The story features romantic, moonlit nights.

Quieta, Chapala, es tu laguna
Chapala Lake is a serene, peaceful body of water.

Novia romántica como ninguna
Describing the lake as a romantic, enchanting bride.

Ay ay ay ay! Zapopitan del alma
An exclamation of affectionate attachment to Zapopan, a nearby town.

Nunca escuché otras campanas
Even when away, the town's bells always make the listener feel at home.

Como las graves de tu convento
The sound of the town's church bells is deep and profound, emanating from the old convent.

Donde se alivian mis sufrimientos
The convent serves as a haven of relief, soothing the listener's pains.

Triste Zapopan
Describing the town as one that is melancholy and sorrowful.

Misal abierto donde son frailes mis sentimientos
The open book represents the listener's soul, which is guided by the town's wise and empathetic friars.

Ay ay ay ay! Guadalajara Hermosa
An exclamation of delight and reverence for the beautiful city of Guadalajara.

Quiero decirte una cosa
The singer wants to address the city and tell it something important.

Tu que conservas agua del pozo
The city, like a deep well, houses precious, valuable culture and tradition.

Y en tus mujeres el fiel rebozo
In the women of the city, the singer sees the faithful and timeless symbol of the Mexican rebozo, an article of clothing worn around the shoulders.

Guadalajara, Guadalajara
Repeating the name to emphasize the city's identity and significance.

Tienes el alma mas mexicana
Celebrating the fact that Guadalajara has the most Mexican soul, embodying everything that is important in Mexican culture.

Ay ay ay! Ay ay ay! Ay ay ay! Ay ay ay!
A joyful chant that sums up the love and passion the singer has for the city of Guadalajara.