Junior H collaborates with Gael Valenzuela in the song ‘El Chore,’ where Valenzuela writes and co-composes the track. The lyrics tell the story of a young man shaped by his experiences on the streets. The song dives into his journey from delivering small bags to becoming known in his neighborhood.
Released: April 10, 2025
El Chore
Gael Valenzuela | Junior H
El Chore Lyrics English Translation by Gael Valenzuela | Junior H
Gael Valenzuela describes the protagonist’s transformation and loyalty to his roots. A key line translates to, ‘I did it all for her, so she’d never lack for anything.’ The poet mentions tattoos and street life to show how the character stays true to himself despite his success.
Perdón Por Las Rayas De Mi CuerpoForgive me for the tattoos on my body.
Ellas Marcan Lo Que Soy Por DentroThey mark who I am on the inside.
A La Calle Yo Me Fui MetiendoI started getting involved with the streets,
Y A Los Cholos Yo Les Fui Aprendiendoand I began learning from the ‘gang members’.
Las Mañas También La M#rihuanaThe street tricks and ‘m#rijuana’ too,
La Fumaba Toda La SemanaI used to smoke it all week long.
Quince Años Ya Quería Ganar LanaAt fifteen, I already wanted to make some ‘money’.
De Morro Siempre Ando En Mi BandaSince I was a ‘kid’, I’ve always been with my crew.
Repartiendo Bolsitas Poco A Poco Fui CreciendoDelivering little bags, I slowly worked my way up.
En El Barrio Como El Chore Me Fueron ConociendoIn the neighborhood, they got to know me as ‘El Chore’.
Al Cien Con Los Que Desde Morro Siempre Aquí EstuvieronI’m fully committed to those who’ve been here since we were kids,
Y La Disculpa Es Pa’ Mis Padres Por Todo Lo Que He Hechoand I apologize to my parents for everything I’ve done.
Tampoco Quise Ir A La Escuela Nunca Me GustóI didn’t want to go to school either; I never liked it.
Preferí Andar En La Vagancia Junto A Mi ClikónI preferred hanging out on the streets with my ‘clique’.
Que Mi Madre Se Me Angustiara No Me PreocupóI didn’t care that my mother was worried about me.
Miro El Dolor Que Le Causaba Y Sí Me ArrepientoI see the pain I caused her, and I truly regret it.
Pero Todo Lo Hice Por EllaBut I did it all for her,
Pa’ Que Nunca Le Faltara Nadaso she’d never lack for anything.
Y Hoy Que Dio Vuelta La MonedaAnd now that the tables have turned,
Tiene Todo Lo Que Un Día Soñabashe has everything she once dreamed of.
Gente Con La Gente Siempre He SidoI’ve always been a man of the people,
Aunque Sea De Muy Pocos Amigoseven though I have very few friends.
Y El Que Me Tache De PresumidoAnd anyone who calls me arrogant,
Es Porque Nunca Me Ha Conocidoit’s because they’ve never actually known me.
Ahora Ya Me Visto DiferenteNow I dress differently.
Ahora Ya Resalto Entre La GenteNow I stand out among the crowd.
A Mí No Me Ha Cambiado El BilleteThe money hasn’t changed me;
Sigo Siendo El Mismo Desde SiempreI’m still the same person I’ve always been.
Repartiendo Bolsitas Poco A Poco Fui CreciendoDelivering little bags, I slowly worked my way up.
En El Barrio Como El Chore Me Fueron ConociendoIn the neighborhood, they got to know me as ‘El Chore’.
Al Cien Con Los Que Desde Morro Siempre Aquí EstuvieronI’m fully committed to those who’ve been here since we were kids,
Y La Disculpa Es Pa’ Mis Padres Por Todo Lo Que He Hechoand I apologize to my parents for everything I’ve done.
Tampoco Quise Ir A La Escuela Nunca Me GustóI didn’t want to go to school either; I never liked it.
Preferí Andar En La Vagancia Junto A Mi ClikónI preferred hanging out on the streets with my ‘clique’.
Que Mi Madre Se Me Angustiara No Me PreocupóI didn’t care that my mother was worried about me.
Miro El Dolor Que Le Causaba Y Sí Me ArrepientoI see the pain I caused her, and I truly regret it.
Pero Todo Lo Hice Por EllaBut I did it all for her,
Pa’ Que Nunca Le Faltara Nadaso she’d never lack for anything.
Y Hoy Que Dio Vuelta La MonedaAnd now that the tables have turned,
Tiene Todo Lo Que Un Día Soñabashe has everything she once dreamed of.
El Chore Music Video
What does ‘El Chore’ mean? The lyrics highlight loyalty and regret. Junior H and Gael Valenzuela deliver a heartfelt story in this song, showcasing the struggles and triumphs of street life.