Quetzal Lyrics in English León Larregui

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Below, I translated the lyrics of the song Quetzal by León Larregui from Spanish to English.

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And as you see

I've got wings on my feet

You can't destroy me

You can't grab me, you can't own me

And all good, good luck with your disdain

With your hunger for power, with your big Mercedes Benz

And your cotton curls

The wheel of fortune goes, spins, goes, spins

Goes, spins, goes

I'm a balladeer, I'm a bandit

I'm a Quetzal bird

I'm a missionary, but not treacherous

I'm a Quetzal bird, I'm a Quetzal bird

Of the brave, of the joyful

In the temple of your house

I make an altar with your memories

That lift me if I fall, I always feel your presence

Don't cry, don't cry

There's always another chance

Free like hares, monsters of the snow

Free through the countryside without the smell of fear

That clever snake always around

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SONG MEANING

Quetzal unfolds like a vibrant flight of self-discovery. Larregui compares himself to the legendary quetzal bird—an ancient symbol of liberty—declaring that no one can "destroy, grab or possess" him. The song contrasts carefree wings with the hollow glamour of power, luxury cars and cotton-candy curls, reminding listeners that true richness lies in independence and creativity rather than status symbols.

Beneath the rebellious feathers beats a loyal heart: the singer builds an altar to cherished memories, finds strength in loved ones and urges us not to cry because "there is always another chance." As he roams the world "free as hares" and unafraid of lurking serpents, Larregui invites us to join his fearless, joyful journey—singing, exploring and living without chains.

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