Crisanto Vargas Rios Lyrics in English by Jose Antonio Hernandez
Chingón is a versatile and very Mexican slang term. While it can have vulgar connotations depending on context, in this song, it's used admiringly to describe someone as impressively tough, skilled, or simply amazing at what they do.
In the lyric "Caer porque el viejo es un chingón" ("fall because the old man is a badass"), the word conveys deep respect and awe for an older, experienced figure. It's a word packed with regional flavor and genuine admiration.
This song is a corrido, a type of traditional Mexican ballad, that paints a picture of a man named Crisanto Vargas Rios. The lyrics describe him as a man of great values and humility, originally from Durango but now living in Concordia. His top priority in life is always his family.
We learn about his life on a small ranch on Guaca hill, where he raises cattle, grows beans and corn, and rides his mule, named Moro. The song also hints at a tougher side to his life. He has a code name, "Cerro cero cero dos" (Hill 002), and is described as a loyal friend but a formidable enemy. He never forgets his late parents and brothers, showing his deep family roots.
