El moro de cumpras

The song 'El moro de Cumpas' by Antonio Aguilar tells the story of a horse race that took place on March 17th in Agua Prieta, where people from various places gathered to witness the competition between two renowned horses: 'El Moro' from Pedro Frizby and 'El Relampago' owned by Rafael Romero. The lyrics describe the excitement and anticipation leading up to the race, highlighting the beauty and agility of El Moro, a horse from the town of Cumpas, and the esteem in which El Relampago, a chestnut horse, is held by its owner.

Betting plays a significant role in the narrative, with large sums of money being wagered on the outcome. The song captures the atmosphere of the event, with checks, bills, and pesos being freely exchanged, and the stakes rising to over a hundred thousand pesos. The community's involvement is palpable, with everyone having an opinion on which horse would emerge victorious. The song also introduces various characters involved in the race, such as Frank and Jesus Valenzuela, who bet a substantial amount, and Trini Ramirez and Chino Valenzuela, who are seen parading the horses before the race.

The climax of the song comes with the race itself. El Moro takes an early lead, but as the race progresses, El Relampago overtakes and ultimately wins, leaving El Moro behind. The composer of the corrido, Leonardo Yañez, known as 'El Nano,' asks for forgiveness from the audience, as the song concludes with the resolution of all doubts—the horse from Agua Prieta triumphs, and El Moro de Cumpas faces defeat. The song is a vivid portrayal of the passion and drama that surrounds horse racing in Mexican culture, and Aguilar's performance captures the spirit of the event.