El Corrido Del Liebro

The song "El Corrido Del Liebro" by Triny Y La Leyenda is a narrative ballad that tells the tragic story of a rodeo champion named Miguel Montiel, known as 'el liebro' from Quetzalapa. The corrido, a traditional Mexican genre, often recounts the lives and exploits of heroic figures, and in this case, it serves as a tribute to a man who died doing what he loved. The lyrics describe the fateful day of his death, setting the scene with a sense of foreboding and detailing the events that led to his demise.

The song begins by reflecting on the inevitability of death, stating that no one, not even the mightiest, can escape it. It then moves on to the specific incident, a rodeo event in the city of Iguala, where the atmosphere suggested that something bad was about to happen. The rodeo featured bulls from the ranch of the famous singer Joan Sebastian, and the event was organized by Roberto 'Beto' Galarza. Miguel Montiel faced a bull named 'el canguro,' which was supposed to be ridden by another rider. However, during the ride, Montiel was thrown and fatally injured, dying in the arena.

The song concludes with a somber farewell, expressing deep sorrow for the loss of 'el liebro.' It emphasizes that he died as he would have wished, in the heat of the rodeo, and the singer offers this corrido as a tribute to his memory. The narrative captures the essence of the rodeo culture, where bravery and the acceptance of risk are celebrated, and where the death of a rider is mourned as the loss of a warrior in battle.