Si Vas Para Chile

Los Huasos Quincheros

About Si Vas Para Chile

Si vas para Chile is a waltz composed by the Chilean musician Chito Faró in 1942. This song is one of the most popular songs in Chilean music and it has been covered by many artists, including Los Huasos Quincheros and Los Cuatro Cuartos. The song takes the form of a conversation between a Chilean living abroad and a person who is going to visit Chile. The Chilean asks the traveler to visit the woman he loves to express his feelings from afar. He gives directions to arrive at his beloved's home, describing in the process characteristics of Chile's Central Valley: willows alongside streams, the Andes mountain range and the townspeople. The closing line of the song is one of the most recorded in Chilean popular music: "In Chile, you'll see how well they treat friends from abroad." ("Y verás como quieren en Chile al amigo cuando es forastero"). This line is often cited to highlight Chilean's friendliness towards foreigners and immigrants. The lyrics describe a small town called Las Condes, which in the time the song was written was an agricultural area to the east of de Santiago, Chile. As the years have passed, this small town has been urbanized and is now part of the metropolitan area of Santiago. It is now an important center for finance known by some as Sanhattan. 


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Si vas para Chile
Te ruego que pases
Por donde vive mi amada
Es una casita
Muy linda y chiquita
Que está en la falda
De un cerro enclavada
La adornan las parras
La cruza un estero
Y al frente hay un sauce
Que llora y que llora
Porque yo la quiero
Si vas para Chile
Te ruego, viajero
Le digas a ella
Que de amor me muero

El pueblito se llama Las Condes
Y está junto a los cerros y al cielo
Y si miras de lo alto hacia el valle
Lo verás que lo baña un estero
Campesinos y gentes del pueblo
Te saldrán al encuentro, viajero
Y verás cómo quieren en Chile
Al amigo cuando es forastero

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Los Huasos Quincheros

Los Huasos Quincheros (also known as Los Quincheros) are a popular Chilean folk musical group, first formed in 1937. It currently consists of the musicians Benjamín Mackenna, Antonio Antoncich, Ricardo Videla and Cristián O'Ryan. The group was nominated for an International Music Prize in 1970. more »

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Written by: CHITO FARRO

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10 facts about this song

Country of Origin
"Si Vas Para Chile" is a beloved traditional song from Chile, popularized by the local folk band Los Huasos Quincheros.
Band Background
"Los Huasos Quincheros", formed in 1937, is one of Chile's most popular and enduring folkloric music groups. The band is known for its polished performances of traditional Chilean music – particularly ‘cueca’ and ‘tonada’.
Style of Song
The song "Si Vas Para Chile" is a 'tonada', a type of folk music and dance in Chile. It's an emotional genre, often invoking themes of love for the land, the country and its customs.
Purpose of the Song
The lyrics of "Si Vas Para Chile" express a tender affection for the country’s culture, people, geography, and traditions, making it a sort of unofficial national anthem for many Chileans.
Lyrics Composition
The song's lyrics were penned by renowned Chilean author and lyricist, Guillermo "willy" Bascuñán.
Signature Song
"Si Vas Para Chile" has become a signature song for Los Huasos Quincheros. Over many decades, it’s been consistently included in their performances and on their albums.
Cultural Impact
The song's popularity extends beyond Chile’s borders. It’s often performed by music groups across Latin America and even further afield as a tribute to Chile and its rich culture.
Updates Over Time
While "Si Vas Para Chile" has a standard version, the total number of verses sung often varies in Los Huasos Quincheros' performances; new verses are sometimes added, giving it a certain dynamism and contemporary touch.
Cover Versions
The song has been performed by several other artists over the years, including Chilean folk singer Myriam Hernández and Spanish tenor Plácido Domingo.
Recognition
"Si Vas Para Chile" is considered one of the 100 best songs of the 20th century in Chile. It is a true hallmark of Chilean cultural heritage.

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