La Gallina Turuleca

The song "La Gallina Turuleca" by Miliki is a playful and humorous children's song that tells the story of an unusual hen. The lyrics describe a neighbor's hen that is so thin and malnourished that it resembles a canned sardine, with legs like wire due to its hunger, and it is almost completely featherless. Despite its pitiful condition, the hen exhibits an extraordinary ability to lay eggs not only in the usual places like the coop but also in the living room and the kitchen.

The chorus of the song emphasizes the hen's prolific egg-laying prowess, as it counts the eggs she has laid, reaching up to nine and encouraging her to lay one more to make it ten. The repetition of the counting serves as a fun way for children to practice their numbers while also enjoying the absurdity of the situation. The hen, named Turuleca, is described as truly crazy, highlighting the nonsensical and whimsical nature of the song.

Miliki, a beloved Spanish clown and children's entertainer, was known for his ability to engage young audiences with catchy tunes and silly lyrics. "La Gallina Turuleca" is a testament to his style, combining entertainment with a subtle educational element, in this case, counting. The song's playful narrative and catchy chorus make it a memorable piece for children and a classic in children's music.