From the White House to el barrio, Tish Hinojosa has enchanted, enlightened and entertained countless listeners with her distinctive cross-cultural music. In the process, she has become one of the most acclaimed and beloved artists in the contemporary Latin and folk scene. With a purity of voice and a vision that also embraces pop, rock, tejano and international styles into her music, she reflects modern America's multicultural richness with sincerity, heart and a winning musicality.
Family, music and a multicultural perspective were hallmarks of Hinojosa's years growing up in San Antonio, where she began performing as a teen. Alongside the traditional Mexican songs she inherited from her parents, she was inspired by the pop and rock artists she and her older siblings listened to along with the folk revival of the early 1960s. Performing in her hometown as well as doing stints in Taos and Nashville, she eventually landed in the renowned Austin, TX music scene. Her debut album, "Homeland", found Hinojosa weaving all the threads of her musical ethos into a stunning tapestry that immediately put her on the international musical map. With her release, "Culture Swing", Hinojosa won the NAIRD Award for Best Folk Album.
Over the eleven subsequent releases, countless tours of North America and Europe, Hinojosa developed a loving and loyal audience and has explored a wide range of musical expression. Her music and social activism has won her numerous awards and accolades, including recognition by Fox TV's Bravo Honors and a Las Primeras (The Firsts) Award from MANA, the largest organization of Latina women. Hinojosa is frequently asked to appear at events, make cultural contributions and work on behalf of children, bilingual education, civil liberties, immigration, farm workers, multicultural organizations, and other humanitarian causes. Recent examples include: the National Bilingual Educators conference; the National Council of La Raza's conference, including performances at the event recognizing Latinas; the National Latino Children's Agenda, honoring the work of Latino legislators; a Capitol Hill reception publicizing the plight of Latino children during Hispanic Heritage Week, in Washington, DC; the Hispanic Women in Leadership's national conference; local spokesperson, PSA's, and events for Any Baby Can which provides aid to families of children with chronic illness or handicaps; a reception at the MAFO (farm worker organizations coalition) conference. She performed at the Hispanic Gala and at other events at the 1993 inauguration of the President of the United States and for the National Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Conference. Tish was also invited to perform at The White House for President and Mrs. Clinton.
Linda Ronstadt has recorded Hinojosa’s songs among many others. She has recorded with Lucinda Williams, Joan Baez, Dwight Yoakum, Kris Kristofferson, Albert Lee and Nancy Griffith to name just a few. Along the way, Tish has performed with various eminent symphonies throughout the United States. Her albums have been favorites on radio stations around the world, consistently winning critical praise and making annual Top 10 lists both nationally and internationally. Her appeal reaches both Anglo and Hispanic listeners. Since 1996, Tish has forged a separate career as a children's music artist with the release of “Cada Niño” (Every Child) CD and illustrated songbook in Spanish and English. The 2005 release of “A Heart Wide Open” has added to her stature as an American musical treasure.
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Siempre Abuelita
Tish Hinojosa Lyrics
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Yo recordare
Tus sonrisas, acaricias
Tu modo de ser
Siempre, siempre, Abuelita
Por la vida iré
Llena de tu fiel cariño
Always, always, Abuelita
I′ll remember true
Your embraces, ways, and faces
That belong to you
Always, always, Abuelita
All my life I'll be
Full of love, I won′t forget
That you have given me
MUSICAL SECTION
Siempre, siempre, Abuelita
Yo recordare
Tus sonrisas, acaricias
Tu modo de ser
Always, always, Abuelita
All my life I'll be
Full of love, I won't forget
That you have given me
Llena de tu fiel cariño
No te olvidare
The song Siempre Abuelita by Tish Hinojosa is a touching tribute to a beloved grandmother. The lyrics express the singer's gratitude and love for her grandmother's enduring impact on her life. The opening lines, "Always, always, Abuelita, I'll remember true," set the tone for the rest of the song, which is filled with memories of the grandmother's warmth, tenderness, and love. The singer remembers her grandmother's smiles, caresses, and way of being, and vows to carry these memories with her forever.
The repeated use of "siempre" (always) throughout the chorus underscores the idea that the grandmother's influence will never fade from the singer's life. The final lines of the song, "Full of love, I won't forget that you have given me, full of your loyal affection, I won't forget," drive home the profound impact that this special grandmother had on the singer's life. The entire song is a heartfelt expression of gratitude and a celebration of the bond between grandparent and grandchild.
Line by Line Meaning
Siempre, siempre, Abuelita
Always, always, Grandmother
Yo recordare
I'll remember true
Tus sonrisas, acaricias
Your embraces, ways, and faces
Tu modo de ser
That belong to you
Siempre, siempre, Abuelita
Always, always, Grandmother
Por la vida iré
All my life I'll be
Llena de tu fiel cariño
Full of love
No te olvidare
I won't forget
Writer(s): TISH HINOJOSA
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