El Rey

Vicente Fernández

About El Rey

"El Rey" (English: "The King") is a 1971 song by José Alfredo Jiménez. It is one of his best known songs and a Latin Grammy Hall of Fame Award recipient. A chart published by Record World credited "El Rey" as reaching #1 in Mexico in 1974, a year after Jiménez' death. The song has been recorded by several artists including Vicente Fernández whose version peaked at number 40 on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart.


Year:
1988
2:34
63 
#2

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Yo sé bien
Que estoy afuera
Pero el día
Que yo
Me muera
Sé que tendrás
Que llorar

(Llorar y llorar
Llorar y llorar)

Dirás que no
Me quisiste
Pero vas a estar
Muy triste
Y así te me vas
A quedar

Con dinero
Y sin dinero
Yo hago siempre
Lo que quiero
Y mi palabra
Es la ley

No tengo
Trono ni reina
Ni nadie
Que
Me comprenda
Pero sigo siendo
El rey

Una piedra
En el camino
Me enseñó
Que mi destino
Era rodar y rodar

(Rodar y rodar
Rodar y rodar)

También me dijo
Un arriero
Que no hay
Que llegar
Primero
Pero hay
Que saber llegar

Con dinero
Y sin dinero
Yo hago siempre
Lo que quiero
Y mi palabra
Es la ley

No tengo
Trono ni reina
Ni nadie
Que
Me comprenda
Pero sigo siendo
El rey

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Vicente Fernández

Vicente Fernández Gómez (born February 17, 1940) is a Mexican singer, producer and actor. Known as Chente or El rey de la canción ranchera (The king of ranchera music) throughout the Latin world, Vicente Fernández, who started his career singing for tips on the street, has become a cultural icon, recording more than 50 albums and contributing to many movies. He is the father of the popular singer Alejandro Fernández and Vicente Fernandez Jr. Vicente Fernandez has won seven Latin Grammy Awards and one Grammy award more »

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Written by: Jose Alfredo Jimenez Sandoval

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11 facts about this song

Origin
"El Rey" is a classic mariachi song written and performed by renowned Mexican singer-songwriter José Alfredo Jiménez.
Recreation
The song is also famously covered by another legendary Mexican artist, Vicente Fernández, who while honoring the original composition, brought his own unique style to the track.
Lyrics Significance
The lyrics of "El Rey" are an allegory for existentialist philosophy, portraying life as a journey in which the individual remains defiant and unbroken despite various setbacks.
Cultural Influence
Due to its profound lyrics and memorable melody, "El Rey" has become an anthem of Mexican culture and is a favorite in mariachi performances.
Recognition
"El Rey" is one of José Alfredo Jiménez's most recognized and celebrated compositions, showcasing his deep understanding of Mexican folk music.
Use in Media
The song has been used extensively in film and television to evoke Mexican identity and heritage.
Timeless
Despite being written in the mid-20th century, "El Rey" is still popular today, often being performed at celebrations and special occasions.
International Reach
Both Jiménez's and Fernández's versions of "El Rey" have reached significant popularity internationally, further expanding the influence of Mexican culture and music.
Awards
While José Alfredo Jiménez was posthumously inducted into the Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame in 1998, Vicente Fernández has won numerous awards throughout his career, including three Grammy Awards. Both artists are celebrated for their contributions, with songs like "El Rey" being essential parts of their legacies.
Immortalized
In recognition of its cultural importance, "El Rey" and José Alfredo Jiménez's other works were immortalized at Mexico City's Plaza Garibaldi, the meeting point of the country's traditional mariachi musicians.
Cover Versions
Beyond Jiménez and Fernández, "El Rey" has been covered by various other artists over the years, demonstrating its enduring appeal and influence.

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