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Linda Ronstadt — Los Laureles
Album: Canciones De Mi Padre
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Released: 1987
Length: 2:26
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!Ay, que laureles tan verdes!
!Que rosas tan encendidas!
Si piensas abandonarme mejor quitame la vida;
Alza los ojos a verme
Si no estas comprometido.

Eres mata de algodon
Que vives en el capullo;
Ay, que tristeza me da
Cuando te llenas de orgullo
De ver a mi corazon
Enredado con el tuyo!

Eres rosa de castilla
Que solo en mayo se ve
Quisiera hacerte un invite,
Pero la verda no se
Si tiene quien te lo evite,
Mejor me separare.

Por "ai" va la despedida,
Chinito por tus quereres
La perdicion de los hombres
Son las benditas mujeres;

Y aqui se acaban cantando
Los versos de los laureles.
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Posted 1 year ago by Mihai    [ Reply ]
I just want to say that as someone who married into a very large Mexican family almost forty years ago and has attended many a back yard cook out, this album is well respected. She does a very good job overall with all the songs on this album.
To me, good music.
Posted 2 years ago by ExpatLarry    [ Reply ]
One of the best love/ sorrow songs ever! Even though it still burns my heart like molten lava, sometimes I can't resist playing this whole fabulous album, along with my Miguel Aceves Mejia collection (one of the true Masters of the style)... It is immortal music, and it celebrates and elevates the voice as a great instrument!
Posted 2 years ago by coloradojohn    [ Reply ]
 KevinM wrote:

Another Sucko-Barfo set:

Ellen McIlwaine — Wade In The Water
Shawn Colvin — This Must Be the Place
Linda Ronstadt — Los Laureles



...another sucko-barfo reviewer 
Posted 2 years ago by kenmo    [ Reply ]
I highly recommend watching Linda Rondstadt: The Sound of My Voice - what an amazing voice and heartbreaking that an illness robbed her of this. I never could sing along to all of her music but loved the attempt. What a career!
Posted 2 years ago by xcranky_yankee    [ Reply ]
Wow
Posted 2 years ago by smartn1    [ Reply ]
Wow! Took me right back to when I was a motorcycle courier in Los Angeles 1989. Thanks Bill.

Bought the cassette tape album from a street seller near Venice & Lincoln Blvd and still have it today, although I listen to the album Canciones de mi Padre via Spotify now...
Posted 2 years ago by jamesshoemark    [ Reply ]
 Grammarcop wrote:

I was introduced to this album while visiting a friend on Cape Cod. The two are forever fused in my mind. 


Grammarcop did your friend turn you on to WMVY radio when you were there?
Posted 3 years ago by jp33442    [ Reply ]
Woah. Linda Ronstadt sings this? What planet is this? 

Planet Paradise?
Posted 3 years ago by dmcanany    [ Reply ]
I was introduced to this album while visiting a friend on Cape Cod. The two are forever fused in my mind. 
Posted 3 years ago by Grammarcop    [ Reply ]
Singing rancheras is a fucking art, and Linda delivers.  What is even more amazing is that she really does a great job with our hard "r" and "j" grande linda
Posted 3 years ago by paloeguevo    [ Reply ]
Loved hearing this over lunch in my home in Italy. I grew up listening to LR in Phoenix. A unique album from a one-of-a-kind artist.
Posted 3 years ago by Macuff    [ Reply ]
 flyboy wrote:

Why do they always only bring out three tortillas for a piling heap of fajitas?  Isn't it obvious that that's only half of what I need to consume the fajitas properly?  Are they really saving anything substantial by not bringing six tortillas?  They could make up for it maybe by halving the amount of rice and beans on the side.  Better yet, skip the rice and beans and double the guacamole and sour cream.  Know what I'm saying?

Couldn't agree more.  On the other hand, we could just ditch the food and have a couple more shooters.
Posted 3 years ago by dougalbumski    [ Reply ]
Damn, this gorgeous lady could belt it out!!  Thanks for the great recordings.
Posted 3 years ago by mgtom    [ Reply ]
An 8. Without question.
Posted 3 years ago by Grammarcop    [ Reply ]
 Sasha2001 wrote:
I loved when this albu m came out and nobody could figure out what the hell she was doing. Well, after 25 years I think its pretty clear that she was having lots of fun.
 
This followed the Nelson Riddle records (superb btw) which also left some people scratching their heads.
Posted 3 years ago by phlattop    [ Reply ]
 flyboy wrote:

Why do they always only bring out three tortillas for a piling heap of fajitas?  Isn't it obvious that that's only half of what I need to consume the fajitas properly?  Are they really saving anything substantial by not bringing six tortillas?  They could make up for it maybe by halving the amount of rice and beans on the side.  Better yet, skip the rice and beans and double the guacamole and sour cream.  Know what I'm saying?
 Totally!

Posted 3 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
Oh, this is fun! :o)
Posted 4 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
Mrs Rudely dancing about, thanks for that. :)
Posted 4 years ago by MattRudely    [ Reply ]
Gracias, RadioParadise :)
Posted 4 years ago by Mrcsltry    [ Reply ]
 ProjectGemini07 wrote:
"I'll have the fajitas, please.  With extra tortillas on the side.  Thanks."
 
Why do they always only bring out three tortillas for a piling heap of fajitas?  Isn't it obvious that that's only half of what I need to consume the fajitas properly?  Are they really saving anything substantial by not bringing six tortillas?  They could make up for it maybe by halving the amount of rice and beans on the side.  Better yet, skip the rice and beans and double the guacamole and sour cream.  Know what I'm saying?
Posted 4 years ago by flyboy    [ Reply ]
wonderful morning set!
Posted 4 years ago by mizreardon    [ Reply ]
 calypsus_1 wrote:

Linda Ronstadt by velvettangerine



 
Oh oh oh oh my! Hippy chick fantasy girl Linda!
Posted 4 years ago by bimmerfan739    [ Reply ]
 LaurieinTucson wrote:
So I have to comment, since I live in Tucson...
I used to be a news photographer here. Our chief of police for many years was Peter Ronstadt, Linda's brother. So in his office, he had a gold record of Canciones. He sang on it. He has a really nice voice! 
 
Great story! Thank you!
Posted 4 years ago by bimmerfan739    [ Reply ]
Be stlll my heart. I was working away when I heard this come on, and recognized her voice. Had to stop what I was doing and soak it in.
Posted 4 years ago by birdman42    [ Reply ]
Wow, what a voice!
Posted 4 years ago by Webfoot    [ Reply ]
Tan Buenos recuerdos, un trago pa’ la salud del pueblo mexicano !
Posted 5 years ago by clemp23    [ Reply ]
 inindian wrote:
awful shouting. shows its age.
 
You sir, are musically deaf.
Posted 5 years ago by BCarn    [ Reply ]
Couldn't resist asking Google Translate this song.  My basic gringa Spanish couldn't do it.  The translation probably isn't pefect but ...

Oh, what laurels so green!
What roses so bright!
If you think of giving me up better, take my life away;
Lift your eyes to see me
If you are not committed.

You're cotton wool
That you live in the cocoon;
Oh, what sadness it gives me
When you fill with pride
To see my heart
Tangled with yours!

You are rose of castile
That only in May it is seen
I would like to make you an invite,
But the truth is not
If it has who avoids you to you,
Better I will separate myself.

By "ai" goes the farewell,
Chinito by your quereres
The perdition of the men
They are the blessed women;

And here they end up singing
The verses of the laurels.
Posted 5 years ago by rockaholic    [ Reply ]
awful shouting. shows its age.
Posted 5 years ago by inindian    [ Reply ]
So I have to comment, since I live in Tucson...
I used to be a news photographer here. Our chief of police for many years was Peter Ronstadt, Linda's brother. So in his office, he had a gold record of Canciones. He sang on it. He has a really nice voice! 
Posted 8 years ago by LaurieinTucson    [ Reply ]

Viva la Revolucion!!!

Me gusta


Posted 8 years ago by blotto    [ Reply ]
Ay mi Linda! I think this is the first I've heard anything from this album. Love this song... EXCEPT when she strains too hard when she's belting and her voice turns harsh. Otherwise, muy buena!
Posted 8 years ago by skindy    [ Reply ]

An "8" -- Most Excelemundo!

OBTW - the comments on this song are some of the funniest on RP. Definitely worth a read...


Posted 10 years ago by scott_bruce    [ Reply ]
Another Sucko-Barfo set:

Ellen McIlwaine — Wade In The Water
Shawn Colvin — This Must Be the Place
Linda Ronstadt — Los Laureles
Posted 10 years ago by KevinM    [ Reply ]

Linda Ronstadt by velvettangerine



Posted 10 years ago by calypsus_1    [ Reply ]
She's really feeling it, and I feel that. And I like how that feels.
Posted 10 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
Eso!!{#Cowboy}
Posted 10 years ago by marzianito    [ Reply ]
Oh, my! Aiy, aiy, aiy! The memories, the time-machine quality of this thing...Me and the Mexican ex-, in happier times and warmer climes...
Posted 10 years ago by coloradojohn    [ Reply ]
 Otomi wrote:
¡Juya! ¡Déjamalo ahí!

 
¡Ea!
Posted 11 years ago by juanrico    [ Reply ]
I loved when this albu m came out and nobody could figure out what the hell she was doing. Well, after 25 years I think its pretty clear that she was having lots of fun.
Posted 11 years ago by Sasha2001    [ Reply ]

Posted 11 years ago by juanrico    [ Reply ]
You go Linda!
BTW, Jerry Brown is governor again! ;)
(Tim Curry "I Do The Rock" 1979) 
Posted 11 years ago by rpdevotee    [ Reply ]
Linda Ronstad has lost her voice to Parkinson's, as most know.  I hope she does well with her book, and in life as well as apparently Julie Andrews did after losing her voice.
Posted 11 years ago by ScottN    [ Reply ]
¡Uya, Linda, ea!

Eres mata de algodon
Que vives en el capullo;
Ay, que tristeza me da
Cuando te llenas de orgullo
De ver a mi corazon
Enredado con el tuyo!

¡Viva México!



Posted 11 years ago by juanrico    [ Reply ]
Never a full moment on RP! 

Love it! I busted out laughing and turned it up. Keep it going Bill! 
Posted 11 years ago by GChevy410    [ Reply ]
I love RP!! My neighbors don't know WHAT the hell I've got going on over here.
Posted 11 years ago by ashmj000    [ Reply ]
 Poacher wrote:

FTF x2? Am I missing something? Is this a joke? Please enlighten me. 

 
Sure.  Glad to help.

Warm heartfelt, yet intricate, music.  Beautifully played and richly sung.  It's uh ... the reason you listen to RP.
Posted 11 years ago by Hasan    [ Reply ]
"I'll have the fajitas, please.  With extra tortillas on the side.  Thanks."
Posted 11 years ago by ProjectGemini07    [ Reply ]
I demand more vaquero songs!
Posted 11 years ago by HoneyBearKelly    [ Reply ]
Oh no, ipod time ...
Posted 11 years ago by bb_matt    [ Reply ]
 wasn't expecting this here.  she sure did have a set of pipes. 
Posted 11 years ago by kurtster    [ Reply ]
Thanks, RP! Thanks for playing all sorts of music of quality. This brightens my day.
Posted 11 years ago by Rotterdam    [ Reply ]
Ay, yay, yay!! Que retechula es la parranda, con tequila y charanda!  (The party is totally awesome, with tequila and charanda(a native Mexican-Indian alcohol similar to Rum)).  Thanks RP for playing one of my favorite Mariachi recordings, by the gringa, Linda Rondstadt, from Tucson, Az. Canciones de Mi Padre is a classic. The Mariachi Orquestra that backed some of LInda on this album is the awesome Los Camperos lead by Nati Cano. Viva la Mariachi!! And if you want to watch it, you might be able to purchase a copy of the made for PBS performance of this album. I bought a copy of it for my brother years ago for Christmas.
Posted 12 years ago by Kokoloco53    [ Reply ]
¡Viva Mexico!
Posted 12 years ago by juanrico    [ Reply ]
Love Linda!
Having grown up in Tucson I have a big soft spot for mariachis and tejano.  
I Can only understand about 50 words but I still love it.
 
Posted 12 years ago by AvoidingWork    [ Reply ]
You have to be brave to venture into Mariachi land...I believe she pulled it off!
Posted 12 years ago by dyharenas    [ Reply ]
Uh...Linda? Linda? I didn't know you performed on Telemundo. Ok...keep on singing and convince me to move in with you.
Posted 12 years ago by ziakut    [ Reply ]
I remember when she did this.  Not impressed now that I'm listening to it today. {#Ass}
Posted 12 years ago by dragonlady    [ Reply ]
I so love these two albums of Lindas', i feel right at home, so does she no doubt!
more please...?
Posted 12 years ago by Diamond_Dog    [ Reply ]
Hell yeah! I used to have this album. It's wonderful!
Posted 12 years ago by Photo-John    [ Reply ]
 Rockit wrote:
WTF?
 
FTF x2? Am I missing something? Is this a joke? Please enlighten me. 
Posted 12 years ago by SquiddlyDiddly    [ Reply ]
WTF?
Posted 12 years ago by Rockit    [ Reply ]
Fantastic!  Can't believe my ears!  What a great drinking song this is, in the grand old sing-along Mariachi tradition, as are so many others on this stellar album!  Had this on an old cassette, and my Mexican ex- and I used to get the biggest kick out of it.  (We also loved dancing and singing along to Frenesi, on which LR shows truly amazing talents and bi-lingual versatility in the realm of Salsa).  My ex- and so many of my amigos always said that Linda Rhondstat really nailed the Mexican Spanish well.  And the singing, —Aiy, aiy, aiy!  Then they all turned me onto the version of Los Laureles by Miguel Acevez Mejia, (and his Malaguena and Tu y Las Nubes, whoah!) and a whole new (old) world of wonderfully fun fiesta-time songs opened up, making every party more memorable and lively.  
How excellent to hear this gem on RP! and wow, really takes me back...
Posted 12 years ago by coloradojohn    [ Reply ]
¡Juya! ¡Déjamalo ahí!
Posted 12 years ago by Otomi    [ Reply ]