El Rey Vicente Fernández Translation Meaning and Lyrics
Song Meaning
'El Rey' means 'The King' in English. It is a name of a song by 'Vicente Fernández' human translated here by a native speaker.
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Lyrics and Translations
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Free Translation: I know well that I am outside







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Free Translation: But the day that I die







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Free Translation: I know you'll have to cry






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Free Translation: Cry and cry, cry and cry








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Free Translation: You'll say that you didn't love me







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Free Translation: But you're gonna be so sad






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Free Translation: And so you're gonna stay like that





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Free Translation: With money and without money







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Free Translation: I always do what I want





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Free Translation: And my word is the law







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Free Translation: I have no throne and no queen









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Free Translation: Nor anyone who understands me






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Free Translation: But I'm still The king






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Free Translation: A stone in the road






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Free Translation: He taught me that my destiny






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Free Translation: It was rolling and rolling







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Free Translation: rolling and rolling, rolling and rolling








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Free Translation: Then a muleteer told me







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Free Translation: That you don't have to get there first








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Free Translation: But you have to know how to arrive






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Free Translation: With money and without money







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Free Translation: I always do what I want





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Free Translation: And my word is the law







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Free Translation: I have no throne and no queen









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Free Translation: Nor anyone who understands me






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Free Translation: But I'm still The king



Review
★ Song Info paragraphs:
"El Rey" is a classic ranchera song performed by the legendary Vicente Fernández. Released in 1972, this timeless track has become an anthem in Mexican music. The song, written by José Alfredo Jiménez, narrates the story of a man who confidently declares himself as "the king" in matters of love. Vicente Fernandez's powerful vocals and emotional delivery add a captivating layer to this musical gem.
★ Song Emotion:
The emotions in "El Rey" are as rich as a well-seasoned mole. From the self-assured pride in the protagonist's declaration of being "the king" to the underlying vulnerability that seeps through the lyrics, Fernandez captures the essence of traditional Mexican masculinity with every note. The mariachi-infused arrangement amplifies the passionate sentiment, making it a heartfelt experience for anyone who listens.
★ Learning Facts for Spanish Students
For Spanish learners, "El Rey" is a linguistic treasure trove. The lyrics showcase a variety of vocabulary, verb conjugations, and cultural expressions. Listening to this song can help learners grasp the nuances of Mexican Spanish and gain insights into traditional romance-related phrases.
★ Interesting Facts about the song:
Did you know that "El Rey" was originally written as a birthday present for Jiménez's friend? It's fascinating how a personal gift turned into a universal expression of love and pride. The song has been covered by numerous artists, but Fernandez's rendition stands out as the definitive version, earning him the title of "El Rey de la Música Ranchera" (The King of Ranchera Music).
★ Music Video description:
The music video for "El Rey" is a simple yet powerful visual companion to the song. Set against the backdrop of a rustic Mexican town, it features Fernandez delivering his performance with raw authenticity. The video captures the essence of the song's narrative, showcasing the swagger of the protagonist as he declares his royal status in love.
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Average Ratings
Most people find the song lyrics easy to understand lyrics, lyrics sung fast and it has hard to remember verbs and nouns
Most words used are in very common daily usage.RAE
El Rey has 121 BPM (beats per minute)
El Rey is suitable for DELE A1 Level students in terms of language complexity.
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RAE Based on a median word frequency of 150 using the frequency database from the Royal Spanish Academy (La Real Academia Española)
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