Tierra querida

Los Chalchaleros' song 'Tierra querida' is a poignant tribute to the artist's homeland, filled with deep affection and a sense of belonging. The lyrics express a profound connection to the land, where the singer wishes to have a beautiful voice to sing about it for a lifetime. However, the singer acknowledges that their unique accent, given by their 'star,' is how they feel and express their love for their 'tierra querida' or beloved land.

The song uses vivid imagery and metaphors to convey the singer's relationship with the land. The comparison of the singer's voice to a pebble rolling down a hill, carrying dreams and wounds, reflects the rugged and resilient nature of both the singer and the land. The singer describes themselves as 'arisco,' or wild, like the thorny bushes of the land, emphasizing their intrinsic connection to the natural environment. This connection is further highlighted by the singer's commitment to wander through the hills, jungles, and plains, always bringing songs of hope to their beloved land.

The lyrics also evoke the natural elements and ancestral heritage of the land. The warm 'zonda' winds and the strong 'pamperos' give the singer their fire and strength, while the shadows of their ancestors roam the mysterious ravines. The moonlit nights and dawns in the plains are moments of searching for the soul of the landscapes to sing about them. This deep-rooted connection to the land and its history is a testament to the singer's enduring love and reverence for their 'tierra querida.'