Un Canto a Galicia
Julio Iglesias
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Eu quero che tanto E ainda non lo sabes Eu quero che tanto Terra do meu pai Quero as tuas ribeiras Que me fan lembrare Os teus ollos tristes Que me fan me chorare Un canto a Galicia, hey Terra do meu pai Un canto a Galicia, hey Miña terra nai Teño morriña, hey Teño saudade Porque estou lonxe De eses teus lares Eu quero che tanto E ainda non lo sabes Eu quero che tanto Terra do meu pai Quero as tuas ribeiras Que me fan lembrare Os teus ollos tristes Que fan me chorare Un canto a Galicia, hey Terra do meu pai Un canto a Galicia, hey Miña terra nai Teño morriña, hey Teño saudade Porque estou lonxe De eses teus lares Teño morriña, teño saudade Porque estou lonxe De eses teus lares De eses teus lares De eses teus lares Tenho morriña! Teño saudade! Teño morriña! Teño saudade! Porque estou lonxe De eses teus lares De eses teus lares De esos teus lares Teño morriña! Teño saudade! Un canto a Galicia, hey Terra do meu pai Un canto a Galicia, hey Miña terra nai Un canto a Galicia, hey Terra do meu pai Un canto a Galicia, hey Miña terra nai Miña terra nai
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Written by: BENITO LAURET, JULIO IGLESIAS DE LA CUEVA
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21 facts about this song
Song Origin"Un Canto a Galicia" is a song by international Spanish artist Julio Iglesias.
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AlbumThe song is the title track from Julio Iglesias’ third studio album, "Un Canto a Galicia", which was released in 1972.
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LanguageThough Julio Iglesias is Spanish, "Un Canto a Galicia" is predominantly sung in Galician, a language spoken in northwest Spain.
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Commercial SuccessThe album "Un Canto a Galicia" was a commercial success, selling over two million copies within the first three months of its release.
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Chart PerformanceIt topped the charts in various countries, including the Netherlands and Germany, which made Julio Iglesias one of the first Latin artists to achieve such feat.
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HomageThe song is considered a tribute to Julio's father, who was from Galicia, a cultural region in Spain. The lyrics express a strong sense of longing for this land.
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Song ThemeThe song speaks about emigration and longing for homeland, which resonates with a lot of Galicians who were compelled to leave Spain during the 20th Century economic crisis.
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Galician Showcase"Un Canto a Galicia" lamented the neglect of Galicia and showcased the beauty of its landscapes and people, which helped make known the region to the world.
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ImpactThanks to this song's commercial success, Julio Iglesias became a global sensation and further spread Latin music to different markets worldwide.
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Song Recognition“Un Canto a Galicia” is considered an anthem in Galicia for its inspirational lyrics about the love for the homeland.
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Notable AchievementThe "Un Canto a Galicia" album also gave Julio Iglesias international recognition, as it was his first album released in more than a dozen languages – a feat among Spanish-speaking artists.
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Genre Classification"Un Canto a Galicia" is categorized as Latin pop music, which is a popular genre originating in Latin American territories.
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Artist's OriginJulio Iglesias, the creator of the song, is internationally recognized as the most commercially successful Continental European singer in the world and one of the top record sellers in music history, with more than 100 million records sold in 14 languages.
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Album Information"Un Canto a Galicia" is also the name of the album where the song is from. This album was released in 1972, making it one of Julio Iglesias' early pieces of work.
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Musical Composition"Un Canto a Galicia" combines traditional Spanish music with elements such as string instruments, percussion joined by Julio's unique singing style.
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Language VariationInterestingly, the song, although by a Spanish artist, is sung in Galician, a language spoken in an autonomous community in Spain––Galicia.
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Commercial SuccessThe "Un Canto a Galicia" album, greatly aided by the song of the same name, sold over a million copies in Germany alone.
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Emotional Significance"Un Canto a Galicia" is a homage to Galicia, Iglesias' father's birthplace, and it is filled with emotional undertones suggestive of love and longing for homeland.
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Festival PerformanceThe song "Un Canto a Galicia" was performed by Julio Iglesias at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1972, where it received significant praise and applause.
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Critical AcclaimMusic critics have hailed "Un Canto a Galicia" as a masterpiece, highlighting its touching composition, lyrical depth, and Iglesias' emotive performance.
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Historic SignificanceThe song represents a unique mix of popular music with regional and ethnic influences, making it a significant piece in the music history of Spain.
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