Oye Como Va
Santana
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Oye como va Mi ritmo Bueno pa gozar Mulata Oye como va Mi ritmo Bueno pa gozar Mulata Oye como va Mi ritmo Bueno pa gozar Mulata Oye como va Mi ritmo Bueno pa gozar Mulata
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Written by: Tito Puente
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10 facts about this song
Authorship"Oye Como Va" was originally written and recorded by Tito Puente in 1963. This famous Latin jazz and mambo musician, known as “El Rey del Timbal," has made enduring contributions to Latin music.
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Cover VersionThe song achieved massive popularity when it was covered by Santana in 1970. This version of the song is one of Santana's most famous covers and helped them achieve great commercial success.
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Album SuccessSantana's version was released on their 1970 album "Abraxas," which hit number 1 on the Billboard charts. The album was eventually certified 5x Platinum, with "Oye Como Va" being one of the standout tracks.
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LyricsThe song's title, "Oye Como Va," translates to "Listen to How it Goes" in English. The lyrics, written by Puente, say, "Oye como va/ Mi ritmo/ Bueno pa gozar/ Mulata," which means "Listen to my rhythm/ Good for enjoying/ Mulata."
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Santana's InterpretationSantana gave the song a rock treatment, with their version featuring an electric guitar played by Carlos Santana himself. This was in contrast to the original Tito Puente version, which was a mambo tune with prominent horns and percussions.
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Recognition and Awards"Oye Como Va" has been recognized by the Grammy Hall of Fame as a significant piece of musical history and was inducted in the year 2001.
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Genre FusionThe song is a perfect blend of Afro-Cuban rhythms, jazz, and rock music. It's a significant symbol of the Latin rock genre, pioneered by Santana in the late '60s and early '70s.
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Cultural ImpactBoth Tito Puente's original and Santana's cover version of "Oye Como Va" have had significant cultural impact, and are considered anthems in Latin and pop music.
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Sampled and CoveredBeyond Santana's famous cover, the song has been covered or sampled by numerous artists across various genres, demonstrating its enduring popularity and influence.
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Live Performances"Oye Como Va" continued to be a fan favorite at both Santana's and Puente's live performances up until Puente's passing in 2000. It remains a staple in Santana's concert setlists.
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