De Colores
Joan Baez · Other Songs - Joan Baez
De colores,
De colores se visten los campos en la primavera.
De colores,
De colores son los pajaritos que vienen de afuera.
De colores,
De colores es el arco iris que vemos lucir.
Why por eso los grandes amores de muchos colores
Me gustan a mí. (Repeat)
Canta el gallo,
Canta el gallo con el quiri, quiri, quiri, quiri, qui,
La gallina,
La gallina con el cara, cara, cara, cara, cara,
Los polluelos,
Los polluelos con el pío, pío, pío, pío, pi.
Why por eso los grandes amores de muchos colores
Me gustan a mí. (Repeat)
De Colores
Joan Baez's 'De Colores' stands as a testament to her mastery of Cuban folk traditions, blending intricate guitar work with a haunting vocal delivery. Recorded during her extensive period of engagement with Latin American music, the track exemplifies her commitment to preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of the Caribbean. The song's melodic structure and lyrical depth reflect the rich tapestry of Cuban folkloric influences that permeated her discography throughout the 1960s and beyond. As a central piece in her catalog of world music, 'De Colores' captures the essence of a genre that Baez championed with authenticity and artistic integrity, bridging the gap between traditional folk performance and broader social consciousness.