Learn Spanish With Julian Mercado with these 13 Song Recommendations (Full Translations Included!)

Julian Mercado
LF Content Team | Updated on 2 February 2023
Learning Spanish with Julian Mercado's music is fun, engaging, and includes a cultural aspect that is often missing from other language learning methods. It is also great way to supplement your learning and stay motivated to keep learning Spanish!
Below are 13 song recommendations by Julian Mercado to get you started! Alongside each recommendation, you will find a snippet of the lyric translations with links to the full lyric translations and lessons for each of the songs!
CONTENTS SUMMARY
Bienvenidos A Peñasco (En Vivo) (Welcome To Peñasco (Live))
Pierde las posiciones nada se confabulan
El mercado se envía por acá bienvenidos
Al peñasco con mis compas de grupo
Arriba
lose positions, nothing colludes
the market is sent here welcome
to the rock with my group compas
above

Welcome to Peñasco! This song, "Bienvenidos A Peñasco (En Vivo)" by Julian Mercado featuring Grupo Arriesgado, is an energetic anthem all about loyalty, respect, and the strong community in Peñasco, Mexico.

It's clear from the start that this is a place where hard work and respect are key. The lyrics talk about "gente de trabajo y también somos de pleito" [people of work and we are also of a fight], showing they're not afraid to stand up for themselves. There's a lot of pride in their roots and their history, with lines like "por años haciendo historia" [for years making history]. They also mention "aquí se respeta el rey" [here the king is respected] and "admiran sus herederos que tienen otra corona" [they admire his heirs who have another crown], which really highlights the deep respect for leadership and tradition in their community. It's a powerful declaration of who they are and what they stand for.

Dinastía De Valientes (Dynasty Of The Brave)
Vamos a enviar este cordinazo de las
Composiciones se ocupa Julián Mercado La
Voz de mi compa fantasma ahora por acá
Compadre jalados con la greña señores se
we are going to send this cordinazo of the
compositions is dealt with by Julián Mercado La
voice of my ghost compa now over here
compadre pulled with the grena gentlemen

Get ready to ride along with Julian Mercado in "Dinastía De Valientes"! This song is a shout-out to a powerful and respected family, a "dynasty of the brave." It kicks off with a dedication to those who are no longer with us, remembering them fondly. Then, we're transported to Culiacán, where we see a procession of cars, with a lady by his side and the younger generation following close behind. You can almost see the shiny gun handles and hear the radios buzzing, hinting at a readiness for anything, even if there are no immediate problems.

Julian really emphasizes the importance of loyalty and strong connections, mentioning "amistades poderosas a lo largo ya lo ancho" [powerful friendships far and wide]. He talks about counting on "el señor del sombrero" [the man in the hat] and how everyone respects him. The song also has a really positive outlook on life, reminding us that "la vida es una sola para gozarla" [life is only one to enjoy it]. It's all about working hard to enjoy life's pleasures, being grateful for what you have, and appreciating your roots. He even throws in a funny line about the price of limes going up, showing a bit of everyday life mixed with the bigger themes of success and family. It’s a cool look into a world of strength, respect, and enjoying the fruits of your labor!

Mr Culichi
Vamos a enviar se acordó de la ley de
Las conclusiones su compañera de mercado
Un míster culichi enviamos
Que el dinero
We will send agreed of the law of
The conclusions your market partner
a Mister Culichi we send
than money

Julian Mercado's "Mr. Culichi" is a fun, confident track all about expanding your business and influence, with a strong connection to Culiacán. He talks about sending out a "Mister Culichi" to deliver money and merchandise, saying "culiacán mi mercancía" [Culiacán, my merchandise]. It sounds like he's building an empire, extending his market "poco a poco" [little by little] throughout his state.

He's all about good connections, too, mentioning how he identifies with "una calidad nuevo con el todo" [a new quality with everything] and hires good friends, both rich and poor. It's clear he values teamwork, stating "juntos hacemos equipo" [together we make a team]. He even has a blunt line about priorities: "una idea es para besarse no sirven tener a la novia vente a la aventura" [an idea is for kissing, it's no use having a girlfriend, come to the adventure]. It seems like he's a man of action, ready to work and make things happen, especially in Culiacán, where he's "listo para trabajar" [ready to work].

La Línea Directa (En Vivo) (The Direct Line (Live))
Con el sombrero era pariente del corrido
Mercado
No
El sombrero
With the hat, he was kin to the corrido
Mercado
No
The hat

Julian Mercado and Grupo Arriesgado bring us a live performance that feels like a direct line into their world! The song kicks off with a strong image: "con el sombrero era pariente del corrido" [with the hat, he was a relative of the corrido], immediately setting a traditional, almost legendary tone. It's clear that this isn't just a performance; it's a statement about their roots and their connection to the corrido genre.

Throughout the song, Julian talks about his life, from his origins in "el rancho de la sierra de Badiraguato" [the ranch in the mountains of Badiraguato] to always carrying a pistol and money. He's blunt about his philosophy: "toda la vida que el dinero aquí se hizo para gastarlo" [all life, money here was made to be spent]. He mentions overcoming "malos sueños" [bad dreams] and how he's built his success through hard work, earning "la moneda del trabajo" [the coin of work]. It's a look at a life lived on his own terms, with loyalty to his people and a love for music that helps him relax.

El 27 (En Vivo) (The 27 (Live))
Vamos a ver este corrido por acá el
Corazón el 27 las grabaciones ahora con
Mis compas de grupo arriesgado asesor a
Julián mercado mi amigo dice eso
let's see this corrido over here
heart on 27 the recordings now with
my compas of risky group advisor to
Julián Mercado my friend says that

Get ready to dive into "El 27 (En Vivo)" by Julian Mercado featuring Grupo Arriesgado! This corrido is a powerful declaration from someone who's been underestimated but is ready to prove themselves. They sing, "Tengo la cara pero no soy ni soy parezco servirlo amor no puede amigo la mano de hoy hago excepciones de que me ofendan a mi manera le duele pero tenemos caminos por recorrer" [I have the face but I am not, nor do I seem to be, able to serve love, my friend, today I make exceptions that if they offend me, it hurts me in my own way, but we have paths to travel]. It's all about moving forward and making your mark, even if you're not where you want to be yet.

The song talks about intelligence and hard work, with lines like "mientras las chambas sale yo soy capaz de ver no soy nuevo llevamos tiempo hay buena línea para esta piel" [while the jobs come out, I am able to see, I am not new, we have been here for a while, there is a good line for this skin]. The "27" seems to be a significant code or key for them, as they state, "el 27 está en mi clave de la voz fuerte para generar" [the 27 is in my strong voice key to generate]. It's a confident anthem about staying firm, advancing according to plan, and making sure not to fail.

La Despedida (En Vivo) (The Farewell (Live))
En esta corrida son las conclusiones su
Compra el mercado
La orden compadre dice por ahí la
Despedida viaja un grupo de cinco y la
in this bullfight are the conclusions
buy the market
the compadre order says the
farewell travels a group of five and the

Julian Mercado and Grupo H-100 bring us a lively track about living life to the fullest, especially after a hard day's work. The song kicks off with a sense of finality, "en esta corrida son las conclusiones" [in this run, these are the conclusions], but quickly shifts to the start of a party that lasts until dawn. It's all about enjoying the moment with friends and family, with plenty of drinks and good vibes.

They sing about working hard, "todos para trabajar" [everyone to work], but also about knowing how to relax and be happy. The lyrics, "solo se vive una vez hay que invertirle a la la pieza" [you only live once, you have to invest in the party], really drive home the idea of making the most of every opportunity to celebrate. Whether it's at the beach, "la playa es el mejor lugar para relajarse un rato" [the beach is the best place to relax for a while], or just hanging out with loved ones, the message is clear: enjoy life, stay true to yourself, and keep the party going!

Cuando La Vuelva A Ver (En Vivo) (When I See Her Again (Live))
Sabe que seguimos canciones
Veamos sus amigos
No
Cuando la vuelva a mirar
you know we follow songs
let's see your friends
No
when i look at it again

Julian Mercado's "Cuando La Vuelva A Ver (En Vivo)" is all about a guy who's kicking himself for not telling a girl how he felt. He admits, "ayer no le dije nada porque tuve temor" [yesterday I didn't tell her anything because I was afraid]. He was scared she wouldn't pay attention to him or listen to his voice.

But he's not giving up! He's determined that "cuando la vuelva a mirar, voy a decirle todo" [when I see her again, I'm going to tell her everything]. He wants her to know "todo lo que yo siento aquí en mi corazón" [everything that I feel here in my heart]. He's so serious that he says "si pone condición voy a aceptar pero ahora ya estoy que muero" [if she sets a condition I will accept but now I'm dying]. He's ready to accept any terms, because he's absolutely smitten and can't wait to tell her how much he loves her.

Edgar Guzman (En Vivo) (Edgar Guzman (Live))
Bueno vamos a comenzar por acá con esta
Grabación en vivo
Directo de Guadalajara
Enviamos de los corridos por ahí
Well let's start here with this
live recording
direct from Guadalajara
we send corridos around there

This live recording from Guadalajara kicks off with a shout-out to "Edgar Guzmán." The singer needs "un trago fuerte para poderles cantar" [a strong drink so I can sing to you all], setting a somber tone. He remembers a "joven sencillo y sereno" [simple and serene young man] and how he saw him "nacer" [born] and "partir" [depart]. It seems like a tribute to someone gone too soon.

The lyrics then shift to a message for his mother, wanting to see her smile. He asks that when he is remembered, there should be no crying or parties, but rather "suenen descargas" [play gunshots] and his "corridos y canciones" [corridos and songs]. He mentions Río Grande as an example he couldn't follow, and expresses regret about not being able to say goodbye to his father and brothers. Despite the sadness, he feels proud to carry their blood, emphasizing that he is just "un eslabón" [a link] in a strong chain. It's a powerful song about remembrance, family, and carrying on a legacy.

Tercero Al Mando (En Vivo) (Third In Command (Live))
Bueno vamos a enviar este correazo por
Acá al tercero Armando vamos a finalizar
Este disquito esta grabación en vivo con
Mi compa Michael cruz de aquí de
Well let's send this strap by
here to the third Armando we will finish
This disc is live recording with
my compa Michael cross from here

Get ready to meet "Tercero Al Mando" (Third in Command)! This live track from Julián Mercado, featuring Michael Cruz, is a direct message from someone in a position of power. The lyrics tell us that a "comunicado Exprés" (express communication) has been sent, clearly stating who's in charge with a signature that includes a three. This person doesn't want to say too much to avoid getting "quemar más" (burned more), but they make it clear they are a person of their word and that "la orden nada me afa" (nothing stops my order).

He describes himself as having a "38 de la copita de oro edición especial" (special edition .38 gold cup) and being the "sombra de mi padre al caminar" (shadow of my father when I walk), referring to "el señor de Michoacán" (the lord of Michoacán). He demands respect, especially for the people, and warns that those who don't align will have no option. He's an observer, stating, "desde arriba miro todo y no les conozco el miedo" (from above I see everything and I don't know fear). It's a bold declaration of authority and loyalty, all wrapped up in a lively live performance!

Como Te Olvido (En Vivo) (How I Forget You (Live))
Ya no me cela ni me hace me rinché ya no
Me llama en las noches para platicar
Ya no pregunta por mí a los amigos ya no
Menciona mi nombre que lo olvida
It no longer hides me or makes me rinché no longer
calls me at night to talk
he no longer asks his friends for me
mention my name he forgets it

Julian Mercado's "Como Te Olvido (En Vivo)" is a heartfelt cry from someone struggling to move on after a breakup. He's clearly hurting, noticing all the ways his ex has changed since they broke up. She doesn't get jealous anymore, she doesn't call him at night to chat, and she doesn't even ask their friends about him. He laments, "ya no me cela ni me hace me rinché ya no me llama en las noches para platicar" [she no longer gets jealous or throws tantrums, she no longer calls me at night to chat].

The singer is completely lost without her, asking, "cómo te olvido si fuiste mi vida" [how do I forget you if you were my life] and "cómo te olvido si eres mi aire" [how do I forget you if you are my air]. He can't imagine life without her, feeling her presence in every heartbeat: "sin cada latido Estás presente" [without every heartbeat, you are present]. He even dreams of a future where he'd love her "hasta que muera y si se puede en la otra vida Te seguiría amando igual" [until I die, and if possible, in the next life, I would continue loving you the same]. It's a powerful and emotional look at the pain of lost love and the struggle to let go.

El Señor Talento (Live) (Mr. Talent (Live))
Sale vemos por acá al Señor talento de
Nueva cuenta su compa Julián Mercado eso
Con un talento admirable y consentir de
Venado
Out here we see the Lord talent of
new account his compa Julian Mercado that
with an admirable talent and consent of
deer

Julian Mercado introduces us to "El Señor Talento" [Mr. Talent], a man with admirable talent and the scent of venison, riding with caution and care. This guy seems unstoppable, having achieved everything he's set his mind to. He's so good, the jail cell was too small for him, and now he's challenging the government for his freedom! It seems everyone has a price, and he's paid them all.

The song paints a picture of a powerful figure, someone who's been missed by people of all kinds. He's got his crew ready to work, but he gives them some blunt advice: "si van a contar dinero no lo hagan en donde hay hambre" [if you're going to count money, don't do it where there's hunger] and "si van a soltar la lengua Cuídense deleme grande" [if you're going to let your tongue loose, be careful of the big one]. He's a man who doesn't forgive, reminding us, "no me perdonan tampoco se perdona" [they don't forgive me, nor does he forgive himself]. He's not one for traditions or backing down, and just because he looks small doesn't mean he can be tamed. He's ready to enjoy life with his loyal people, and it sounds like a wild ride!

A Mi Que Me Lleve El Diablo (En Vivo) (Let the Devil Take Me (Live))
QUE RAYOS ME PASA A MI QUE QUIERO LLORAR GRITANDO
MALDITO SEA TU AMOR COMO TE ESTOY ADORANDO
CANTINAS MUCHAS CANTINAS RECORRO DE ARRIBA ABAJO
ESTOY HASTA EL MERO FONDO NO PUEDO CAER MAS BAJO
WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON WITH ME I WANT TO CRY SCREAMING
DAMN BE YOUR LOVE HOW I AM WORSHIPING YOU
CANTINAS MANY CANTINAS I WALK FROM TOP TO DOWN
I'M DOWN TO THE MERE BOTTOM I CAN'T FALL LOWER

Julian Mercado's "A Mi Que Me Lleve El Diablo (En Vivo)" is a wild ride through the mind of someone absolutely heartbroken and fed up. Our singer is in a bad way, asking "QUE RAYOS ME PASA A MI QUE QUIERO LLORAR GRITANDO" [What the hell is wrong with me that I want to cry out loud?]. He's completely consumed by a love that's clearly no good for him, declaring "MALDITO SEA TU AMOR COMO TE ESTOY ADORANDO" [Damn your love, how I adore you].

He's hitting up "CANTINAS MUCHAS CANTINAS" [bars, many bars] and feels like he's hit rock bottom. But then, the person who left him comes back! He's torn, wondering "DEMONIOS QUE HAGO" [what the hell do I do?]. He can't see the point in forgiving or cursing them, so he just throws his hands up and says, "MEJOR TU VIVE FELIZ Y A MI QUE ME LLEVE EL DIABLO" [You'd better live happily, and may the devil take me]. It's a dramatic, relatable anthem for anyone who's ever been stuck in a toxic love cycle and just wants to be done with it all.

El De En Medio (The One in the Middle)
VA SEÑORES VA DE NUEVO ESTE CORRIDO
COMO SIEMPRE PARA PERSONAS MUY FINAS
PORQUE LO QUE YO COMPONGO así ES AMIGOS
PARA ESOS QUE LO MERECEN Y PARA LOS QUE SE ESTIMAN
GO GENTLEMEN GOES AGAIN THIS CORRIDO
AS ALWAYS FOR VERY FINE PEOPLE
BECAUSE WHAT I COMPOSE like this is FRIENDS
FOR THOSE WHO DESERVE IT AND FOR THOSE WHO ESTEEM THEMSELVES

Julian Mercado's "El De En Medio" kicks off with a bold statement, letting us know this corrido is for "personas muy finas" [very fine people] and those who deserve it. He's waited "tantos años esperando su salida" [so many years waiting for his release], and now he's here, making some people nervous. This man is smart and has no patience!

Julian proudly declares, "Yo soy su hijo y yose que va con todo" [I am his son and I know he goes all in], referring to his father, who is "muy temido por gobierno y enemigos" [very feared by government and enemies]. We learn his father, "El Pelo Chino" [Curly Hair], even has a unique style for fighting. The song also mentions his brother, who is currently in prison, but they're waiting for him. The lyrics paint a picture of celebration with guitars, a band, and horses, always with a .45, which was a gift. Julian makes it clear, "soy hijo del Pelo Chino y yo no me ando con juegos" [I am the son of Curly Hair and I don't play games]. If you want to be his friend, great; if not, "aqui lo atendemos" [we'll take care of it here].

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