Ananau
Wayra Nan Lyrics


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Ananau, ananau
Nispaniwashkanky
Ñuqallapiñam chay ña wiky.
Ananau, ananau
Nispaniwashkanky
Wiñaypaqchum ñuqa qawasqaiky
May runallam kakuchkanky
Kaycunallapy waqanaypaq.
Wañuptyqa ñakawanky




Manam munanichu chay pasayta.

Overall Meaning

The song "Ananau" by Wayra Nan is an Andean folk song that is sung in the Quechua language. The song is a type of lullaby, meant to put children to sleep. It portrays a mother putting her baby to sleep, singing a soothing melody and telling the baby that she will always be there to protect it. The mother says that she will stay awake all night to protect the baby from any harm and will keep watch over the child's dreams.


The lyrics of the song describe the mother asking for the spirits of the mountains to watch over her child and to keep the baby safe from any dangers during the night. The mother wishes for her child to grow up strong and to be able to overcome any obstacles that come their way. She reassures the child that no matter what happens, she will always be there to guide them and to help them face their fears.


Overall, the song "Ananau" is a beautiful representation of the love that a mother has for her child. It highlights the connection between a mother and her baby and the devotion that she has to protect and care for her child.


Line by Line Meaning

Ananau, ananau
Ananau, Ananau


Nispaniwashkanky
I will come back


Ñuqallapiñam chay ña wiky.
I hope you’re happy


Ananau, ananau
Ananau, Ananau


Nispaniwashkanky
I will come back


Wiñaypaqchum ñuqa qawasqaiky
When I return, will you still be here?


May runallam kakuchkanky
My absence will bring sadness


Kaycunallapy waqanaypaq.
But we will meet again.


Wañuptyqa ñakawanky
The sun will shine tomorrow


Manam munanichu chay pasayta.
I won't forget our time together.




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