Bruca Maniguá

Ibrahim Ferrer

About Bruca Maniguá

"Bruca maniguá" is an afro-son composed by Arsenio Rodríguez in 1937. It was first recorded by Orquesta Casino de la Playa featuring Miguelito Valdés on vocals in June 1937. Ever since it has become a Cuban son standard, with famous versions by Abelardo Barroso, Sierra Maestra, Buena Vista Social Club and Ibrahim Ferrer. The song, which has been called "a landmark in the development of Cuban popular music" by Ned Sublette, was Arsenio Rodríguez's first hit and an example of his Afro-Cuban style of son within the afrocubanismo movement.  


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Yo son carabalí
Negro de nación
Sin la libertad
No pue'o vivi'

Mundele cabá
Con mi corazón
Tanto maltratá
Cuerpo ta' furí eh

Mundele cumba fiote
Siempre ta' ngarua'cha
Queta' por mucho
Que yo lo ndinga
Seimpre ta' maltratá

Ya ne me tabá
Labio de buirí
Ya ne me tabá
Labio de buirí

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Abre cruita buirindingo
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Si ramento suaro suare
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Como un teinda derechito
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Un paso, un paso ubbe Yobelle lla
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Ya yorrucu mandendo
Bruca Maniguá yaeooo

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Yo son carabalí, son mandinga
Quiero mi libertad (ae)

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Congo tiene teremende
Bruca Maniguá yaeooo (ae)

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Yo ta'tantando lo mundele
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Que esa negra a mi me engaña
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Que esa negra a mi me engaña
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Ibrahim Ferrer

Ibrahim Ferrer (February 20, 1927 – August 6, 2005) was a popular Afro-Cuban singer and musician in Cuba. He performed with many musical groups including the Conjunto Sorpresa, Orquesta Chepin-Choven and Afro-Cuban All Stars. Later in life, Ferrer became a member of the internationally successful Buena Vista Social Club. more »

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Written by: ARSENIO RODRIGUEZ SCULL

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11 facts about this song

Label Classification
"Bruca Maniguá" is a song from the Latin Jazz and Afro-Cuban music genre.
Artist Background
The song was performed by Ibrahim Ferrer, who was part of the acclaimed Buena Vista Social Club and honored for his contribution to Cuban music. Ferrer began his musical career at the early age of 13.
Song Reception
Despite its popularity, "Bruca Maniguá" became a success much later in Ferrer's life, helping him gain international recognition during the 1990s.
Release History
"Bruca Maniguá" was released in 1997 as part of the album "Buena Vista Social Club".
Song Composition
Its lively tempo, soulful melody, and Ferrer's rich, warm voice make it characteristic of the Afro-Cuban jazz genre. The song includes traditional Cuban instruments like the tres (a Cuban guitar) and the clave (two short wooden sticks).
Lyrics Origin
The lyrics of "Bruca Maniguá" speak about the nostalgia of a man thinking about his homeland.
Collaborations
The song also involved collaborations with other legendary musicians like Rubén González, Compay Segundo, and Eliades Ochoa.
Documentary Highlight
"Bruca Maniguá" was featured in the Grammy-winning documentary film 'Buena Vista Social Club' directed by Wim Wenders in 1999.
Live Performances
Ibrahim performed "Bruca Maniguá" live at Amsterdam's Carré Theater during his European tour in 1998.
Long-term Success
The popularity of "Bruca Maniguá" has not only transcended geographical barriers but also time. It remains a beloved staple in Latin Jazz, more than two decades after its release.
Influence
Farrer's rendition of "Bruca Maniguá" has influenced numerous musicians worldwide and has played an essential role in popularizing Afro-Cuban music globally.

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