Caminando

Rubén Blades

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"Caminando" is a 1991 song by Rubén Blades and his band Son del Solar, written by Blades. It is also the title track and one of three singles (with "Prohibido olvidar" and "Camaleón") from Caminando, a 1991 album which saw Blades briefly return from fusion styles to purer coro-driven salsa. The song has been covered by many artists Coque Malla on Canta a Rubén Blades. The 1991 song in 1994 became Blades' signature tune on his foray into Panamanian politics co-founding the Papa Egoró party. The lyrics of the song commence: "Caminando, se aprende en la vida / Caminando, se sabe lo que es / Caminando, se cura la herida / Caminando, que deja el ayer". The single was released as 7" on Columbia, and as a 12", 33 ⅓ RPM (Sony Discos Inc. EPS 81608) with Caminando (Extended Remix) 4:53 remixed by Javier Garza and Pablo Flores. 


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Caminando, se aprende en la vida. Caminando, se sabe lo que es
Caminando, se cura la herida, caminando, que deja el ayer

En Puerto Rico, en Panamá, en Colombia o en New York
El que no vive, no prueba el sabor que da el amor
Caminando, di mil tropezones, caminando, y nunca paré
Caminando, entre risa y dolores, caminando, pa'lante y con fe

Con el tiempo, comprendí que la vida da pa'to'
Que nada borra el recuerdo de lo que uno caminó

Caminando, mirando una estrella. Caminando, oyendo una voz
Caminando, siguiendo la huella, caminando, que otro caminó
Caminando, buscando a la vida. Caminando, buscando al amor
Caminando, curando la herida, caminando, que deja el dolor!

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Rubén Blades

Rubén Blades Bellido de Luna (Spanish pronunciation: [ruˈβen ˈbleðz]; born July 16, 1948) professionally known as Rubén Blades is a Panamanian salsa singer, songwriter, actor, Latin jazz musician, and activist, performing musically most often in the Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz genres. As songwriter, Blades brought the lyrical sophistication of Central American nueva canción and Cuban nueva trova as well as experimental tempos and politically inspired Nuyorican salsa to his music, creating thinking persons' (salsa) dance music. Blades has composed dozens of musical hits, the most famous of which is "Pedro Navaja," a song about a neighborhood thug who appears to die during a robbery (his song "Sorpresas" continues the story), inspired by "Mack the Knife." He also… more »

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15 facts about this song

Genre
"Caminando" by Rubén Blades is classified under the Salsa genre.
Release
This notable song was released in the year 1991.
Album
"Caminando" is the title track from Rubén Blades' original studio album of the same name.
Culturally Significant
"Caminando" is a part of Blades' socially conscious salsa, known for bridging the gap between salsa and Latin American folk music.
Language
The song is performed in Spanish, contributing to the richness of Latin music.
Blades as an Artist
Rubén Blades is known for his thoughtful lyrics that often contain strong political messages. "Caminando" is no exception to this characteristic.
Reissue
"Caminando" was reissued in 2002 under the title 'The Complete Columbia Albums Collection', thus gaining more recognition.
Collaboration
The song "Caminando" features a collaboration with the established Costa Rican group Editus.
Song Meaning
"Caminando" is a culturally expressive song, full of symbolism. The word 'caminando' translates to 'walking' in English and is used to evoke feelings of journey, progress, and exploration.
Awards
While the song itself did not receive any specific awards, Rubén Blades has won several Grammy Awards for his impactful music, testifying to the quality encapsulated in songs like "Caminando".
Inspirational Content
"Caminando" serves as an inspiration for many emerging Latin music groups and artists because of its deep and meaningful narrative.
Influence
"Caminando" has directly popularized the fusion of Salsa and Latin American folk music, leading to new sub-genres and interpretations in music.
Iconic Lyrics
The lyrics of "Caminando" are recognized in the Latin music industry for their depth and relevancy. Rubén Blades often encapsulates lessons about life and society in his songs.
Popularity
The song continues to maintain its popularity over the years and remains one of Rubén Blades' most well-known works.
Concert Staple
"Caminando" remains a staple in Rubén Blades' concert and tour setlists, ensuring its legacy in the live music scene as well.

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