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Translation
Granada
Granada, land of dreams for me
My song becomes gypsy-like
When it is for you.
My song made of fantasy
My song a melancholy flower
That I come to give to you.
Granada, blood-stained soil
In bull fight afternoons
Woman who preserves the enchantment
Of Moorish eyes.
I dream of you rebellious, a gypsy
Covered with flowers
And I kiss your scarlet mouth
Juicy apple
That speaks to me of love affairs
Granada, manola,* sung
In precious verses
I have nothing else to give you
Than a bouquet of roses
Of roses of sweet fragrance
That framed the dark virgin.
Granada your land is full
Of lovely women
Of blood and sun.
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una de dos piedras on 2013-10-13
una de dos piedras on 2013-10-13Last edited by una de dos piedras on 2014-08-27
una de dos piedras on 2014-08-27✕
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*The term "manola" According to Wikipedia manolas were women "from the lower classes of Spanish society, especially in Madrid, who distinguished themselves by their elaborate outfits and sense of style in dress and manners, as well as by their cheeky behavior.[1] "
This song has been recorded not only by Domingo, but also by many other great singers over the years. It has been recorded dozens if not hundreds of times. And of course it remains in the concert repertoire. It is probably not an exaggeration to say that it is one of the most famous Mexican songs ever composed and certainly one of the best.