Jonathan Caro and Juanpa Salazar bring ‘BARRIO’ to life with a mix of raw ambition and heartfelt storytelling. Jairo Omar Valdez Medina and Jonathan Fernando Caro Vega write the lyrics and compose the melody. The song captures the journey of leaving home for a better future.
Released: February 12, 2025
BARRIO
Jonathan Caro | Juanpa Salazar
BARRIO Lyrics English Translation by Jonathan Caro | Juanpa Salazar
The lyricist writes about saying goodbye to his neighborhood, hoping to return with dollars to fulfill dreams. A key line, ‘We’ll come back with dollars to live out our dreams,’ highlights the determination behind the journey. The lyrics mention friends, enemies, and the struggles of crossing borders.
Me Despido De Mi Barrio Compa Al Rato Nos VeremosI’m saying goodbye to my neighborhood, buddy; we’ll see each other soon.
Volveremos Con Los Dolares Y A Vivir Nuestro SuenosWe’ll come back with dollars to live out our dreams.
Varios Amigos Y Enemigos Conoci En El CaminoI’ve met many friends and enemies along the way.
Mi Jefe Y Unas P Siete Ya Andamos Bien ProtegidosWith my boss and some ‘P7 handguns’, we’re already well protected.
Con Mis Plebes Bien Curtidos Llegamos Hasta El Cantito De TijuanaWith my hardened crew, we’ve made it to the edge of Tijuana.
Y La Meta Se Me Acerca De Poder Ganar Mas Lana Y La FamaThe goal of earning more cash and fame is getting closer to me.
Pa’ Mi Familia Y Mis Compas Que Se Quedaron En Mi Lindo GuanatosThis is for my family and friends who stayed in my beautiful ‘Guanatos’ ‘Guadalajara’.
Como Los Extrano Dios Cuidamelos Un RatoHow I miss them; God, please watch over them for a while.
De Frente La Frontera La Brincamos Y Nos VamosFacing the border, we jump it and we’re gone.
En Corto La AterrizamosWe make it across in no time.
Sin Un Peso En La Cartera Con Hambre Y Con Muchos HuevosWithout a cent in my wallet, hungry and with a lot of guts.
Ahora Todo Se Ha LogradoNow everything’s been achieved.
Con La Clika La Navego Ruleteando Por Las Calles De Mi Maza’I cruise with the gang through the streets of my ‘Maza’ ‘Mazatlan’.
Por Un Lado El Compa Primo No Se Raja Pues Ya Sabe Que TranzaBy my side, buddy Primo doesn’t back down because he knows the deal.
Pa’ Mi Familia Y Mis Compas Que Se Quedaron En Mi Lindo GuanatosThis is for my family and friends who stayed in my beautiful ‘Guanatos’ ‘Guadalajara’.
Como Los Extrano Dios Cuidamelos Un RatoHow I miss them; God, please watch over them for a while.
De Frente La Frontera La Brincamos Y Nos VamosFacing the border, we jump it and we’re gone.
En Corto La AterrizamosWe make it across in no time.
Sin Un Peso En La Cartera Con Hambre Y Con Muchos HuevosWithout a cent in my wallet, hungry and with a lot of guts.
Ahora Todo Se Ha LogradoNow everything’s been achieved.
BARRIO Music Video
The meaning of ‘BARRIO’ is about chasing dreams despite challenges. The lyrics tell a story of sacrifice and loyalty to family.