Mala Vida

Manu Chao

About Mala Vida

"Mala Vida" is the second single by French rock group Mano Negra, appearing on their 1988 debut album Patchanka. Written by lead singer Manu Chao, the song also appeared on a 1984 demo tape of the same name by Hot Pants, a predecessor to Mano Negra. "Mala Vida" was an early hit for Mano Negra and became a staple of the band's live shows and has been covered by several artists. The song has also been performed by Chao as a solo artist; a live performance of the song by Chao was recorded for his 2002 album Radio Bemba Sound System. Boucherie Productions, who published Patchanka, financed a music video for the song, which received airplay on national radio stations and TV channels in France. Mano Negra's success with the release of "Mala Vida" led the band to a contract with Virgin. 


Year:
2002
2:26
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Tu me estas dando mala vida
yo pronto me voy a escapar
gitana mia por lo menos date cuenta
gitana mia por favor
no me dejas ni respirar
tu me estas dando mala vida

cada dia se la traga mi corazon !

dime tu porque te trato yo tan bien
cuando tu me hablas como un cabron
gitana mia !
mi corazito està sufriendo
gitana mia por favor
sufriendo mal nutricion
tu me estas dando mala vida

cada dia se la traga mi corazon !

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Manu Chao

Manu Chao (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈmanu ˈtʃao]; born José-Manuel Thomas Arthur Chao on June 21, 1961) is a French, Spanish and English singer of Spanish roots (Basque and Galician). He sings in French, Spanish, English, Italian, Galician, Arabic and Portuguese and occasionally in other languages. Chao began his musical career in Paris, busking and playing with groups such as Hot Pants and Los Carayos, which combined a variety of languages and musical styles. With friends and his brother Antoine Chao, he founded the band Mano Negra in 1987, achieving considerable success, particularly in Europe. He became a solo artist after its breakup in 1995, and since then tours regularly with his live band, Radio Bemba. more »

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Written by: Jose Manuel Chao

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Mala Vida" by Mano Negra belongs to the fusion music genre, combining elements of punk rock, salsa, reggae, and ska, reflecting a uniquely multicultural sound.
Band Facts
Mano Negra is a French band, with members of Spanish origins. It was co-formed by the singer Manu Chao.
Album Release
"Mala Vida" was first released on their album "Patchanka" in 1988. The album name refers to a style of multicultural party music.
Language Variety
"Mala Vida", like many other songs by Mano Negra and Manu Chao, is bilingual. It contains verses sung in both Spanish and French.
Chart Success
The song became the band's first major hit in 1988 and was popular across Europe, helping to establish Mano Negra's international reputation.
Song Meaning
"Mala Vida" is a classically-styled lament about a destructive love affair and translates to "Bad Life" in English.
Impact on Latin American Music
Mano Negra and Manu Chao's music is notable for its influence on Latin American alternative rock, introducing punk and reggae influences to the genre.
Continued Popularity
Despite being over 30 years old, the song "Mala Vida" and Manu Chao's work, remains popular and frequently played in the Latin alternative scene.
Cover Versions
Many artists, such as ska-band No Doubt, have covered "Mala Vida," bringing it to new audiences and underscoring its lasting influence.
Manu Chao's Solo Career
After the disbandment of Mano Negra in 1995, Manu Chao began a successful solo career. Yet, the unique, multicultural sound and the political themes established in songs like "Mala Vida" continue to be prevalent in Chao's music.

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