Sopa de Caracol
Los Fabulosos Cadillacs
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Mira que se viene iupipati iupipati mira que se viene ya iape, iape Con la cintura, muevela con la cadera, muevela Si tu quieres bailar, sopa de caracol Mira que se viene iupipati iupipati mira que se viene ya iape, iape Cuando la noche llega aca to' se preparan pa' tomar Cuando la noche llega aca to' se preparan pa' probar Si tu quieres bailar, sopa de caracol. Mira que se viene asi mira que se viene ya ie! Mira que se viene iupipati, iupipati Mira que se viene ya Iape, Iape Entre caminando a esta fiesta why de pies me sacaran Entre caminando a esta fiesta why de pies me sacaran Que se viene la mañana why este coro se va Mira que se viene no creo que pueda parar mira que se viene aca que la fiesta se acaba aca Mira que se viene no creo que pueda parar, mi amor mira que se viene aca que la fiesta se acaba aca Pataclericoncio no creo que pueda parar Lulirranivanaia que se acaba la fiesta Pataclericoncio iupipati, iupipati Lulirranivanaia que se acaba la fiesta Si tu quieres bailar, sopa de caracol.
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Written by: HERMAN CHICO RAMOS, PILO TEJADA
Lyrics © JAM ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
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8 facts about this song
Creation and Original Release"Sopa de Caracol" is a Spanish-language song originally performed by Honduran group Banda Blanca. The song was initially released in 1991.
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AuthorshipAlthough performed by Banda Blanca and popularly associated with them, "Sopa de Caracol" was actually written by Belizean musician Hernán "Chico" Ramos. There was controversy as Ramos was not initially credited nor compensated for his work.
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Song ContentThe song is based on the Garifuna culture, the lyrics talk of a traditional shell soup (soup of conch), reflecting the culinary culture. Despite its title, only one line of the song relates to the subject.
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Popularity and Influence"Sopa de Caracol" had great international success. It hit the airwaves all over Latin America, Spain and the United States, becoming a major hit. The song is still known as an emblematic merengue song and for helping bring Latin American music to a wider audience.
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Variation by Los Fabulosos CadillacsIn 1993, the Argentine rock band Los Fabulosos Cadillacs covered "Sopa de Caracol" on their album "Vasos Vacíos". Their version incorporated elements of funk and rock, reinterpreting the song through the band's unique stylistic lens.
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Awards and RecognitionAlthough the song never won a Grammy Award, it was nominated in the category of Best Tropical Latin Performance in 1992. The song’s popularity has led to it being covered by numerous bands and artists in various styles and languages.
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Impact on Banda Blanca"Sopa de Caracol" remains, by far, the biggest hit for Banda Blanca. Despite releasing other songs and albums, none have managed to replicate the success of this song. The song continues to be a staple in their live performances.
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Legal IssuesThe song's authorship was disputed in court in the early 2000s, when Chico Ramos sued Banda Blanca for copyright infringement. The court in Honduras finally ruled in favor of Ramos in 2003, which was a significant victory for him and for Belizean music.
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