Hello everyone, it is a pleasure to be here again in this week 34 to share with great emotion one of the emblematic songs of Cuban music.
It is "Chan Chan", a legendary jewel of Cuban music, composed by the master Compay Segundo. With its lilting rhythm and nostalgic lyrics, it evokes the essence of traditional Cuban son. It is a work that transcends time, celebrating the culture and soul of Cuba with a melodic simplicity that captivates the world.
Compay Segundo was inspired by a dream and memories of his childhood in the Cuban countryside; the lyrics reflect a simple story between two characters, Chan Chan and Juanica, and evoke real locations in the province of Holguín in eastern Cuba such as Alto Cedro, Marcané, Cueto and Mayarí. With these mentions Compay paints a sentimental map of his native Cuba, full of flavor, history and tradition.
Compay Segundo is an icon of Cuban son, master of the tres and symbol of Cuba's traditional music. With his unmistakable voice and style, he carried the soul of his land to the whole world, leaving an immortal legacy.
I hope you enjoy my interpretation, I send you a big hug and congratulations to last week's winners.
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Original content, text translated at www.deepl.com, music video is from the streaming platform YOUTUBE.
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