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Who sang El Carretero?

Release date: 1997

Duration: 03:29

Buena Vista Social Club released the song El Carretero. Date of release: 1997.

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The meaning of the song 'El Carretero ', based on the lyrics

What is El Carretero about?

🎶 El Carretero song analysis

The song describes a happy carter who sings joyful country songs while working hard to complete his job. He goes to transport his cart and works tirelessly to fulfill the goal of marrying his partner. He loves living in the countryside because it's the most beautiful place on earth. The chorus repeats the phrase "Let's go on horseback to the mountain" several times, and the song ends with the message of working hard to reap the fruits of one's labor.

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