Suavecito

Malo

About Suavecito

"Suavecito" is a song recorded by Malo in 1971. It was the lead single from their debut LP, Malo. Suavecito means "soft" or "smooth" in Spanish. The song has been called "The Chicano National Anthem." The song became a hit in the U. S. (#18) and Canada (#19) during the spring of 1972. It also reached number eight on the U. S. Adult Contemporary chart.


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Laaaa-ah-ah, la-la, laaaa-ah-ah
Laaaa-ah-ah, la-la, laaaa-ah-ah

Never, I never meet a girl like you in my life
I never, no, no, yeah
I never meet a girl like you in my life

The way that you hold me in the night
The way that you make things go right
Whenever you're in my arms
Girl, you're filling me with all your charms

Suavecito, mi linda
Suavecito
The feelin' I have inside for you
Suavecito, mi linda
Suavecito

The feelin', the feelin' that I have inside for you
'cause ever since the day I met you
I knew you that you were my dream come true
But I think I've found that day
Gonna make you mine in every way

Suavecito, mi linda
(baby now)
Suavecito
That we've got the kind of love
Suavecito
I can't believe that it's really true
Suavecito
'cause you know that, girl, I love you
I need you
Love you
You
You
You

All I want is you
If I can't have you
I don't know what to do

La-la, laaaa-ah-ah
La-la, laaaa-ah-ah
Laaaa-ah-ah
La-la, laaaa-ah-ah

Never, I never meet a girl like you in my life
I never, no, no, yeah
I never met a girl like you in my life
'cause I know we'll always be
Together just you and me
From here on you're gonna see
You'll be mine until eternity

Suavecito, mi linda
(baby, now)
Suavecito
That we've got the kind of love
Suavecito, mi linda
I can't believe that it's really true
(suavecito)
'cause you know, girl, that I love you
(suavecito, mi linda)
(suavecito)
I need you
Suavecito
I love you

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Malo

Malo was an American Latin-tinged rock and roll group. The San Francisco-based ensemble was led by Arcelio Garcia and Jorge Santana, the brother of Latin-rock guitarist, Carlos Santana. more »

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Written by: Abel Zarate, Pablo Tellez, Richard Bean

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10 facts about this song

Origin
"Suavecito" is a song from the band Malo's debut studio album. It was released in 1972.
Popularity
It reached number 18 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart in July 1972, becoming the band's most successful single and gaining them nationwide attention.
Lyrics
The song is an expression of love, with lyrics showcasing a promise to always be softly caring and loving. The word "Suavecito" is Spanish, meaning soft or smooth.
Innovation
One of the unique features of the song is its blend of multiple musical styles, incorporating elements of rock, jazz, and Latin music.
Band
Malo was formed in San Francisco in 1971 by lead singer Arcelio Garcia and guitarist Jorge Santana, the brother of famous musician Carlos Santana.
Cultural Impact
"Suavecito" is widely considered one of the first hits of the Chicano rock genre, and it continues to be a favorite among fans of Latin Rock.
Cover versions
Over the years, the song has been covered by various artists, which testifies to its enduring popularity. One of the most renowned covers is by Laura Canales, a well-known Tejano artist.
Incorporation in Other Works
The song’s music was sampled in Sugar Ray's 1999 song, "Every Morning," which reached number 3 on the same Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Recognition
"Suavecito" was ranked number 414 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time in 2004.
Relevance
Even after decades of its original release, the song remains popular, often played on oldies and classic hits radio stations.

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