Ian Cordova writes and performs ‘El Pariente,’ a song that mixes storytelling with a rhythmic beat. The lyricist pens a vivid tale of a life filled with risk and resilience. Cordova’s words and melody come together with Radiante Mx’s production to create a gripping narrative.
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Released: March 22, 2024
El Pariente
Ian Cordova
El Pariente Lyrics Translation – Ian Cordova
Cordova describes a life that ‘feels like a dream,’ weaving through trails and ranches to find love. The artist mentions gripping the steering wheel tight, a line that symbolizes the stakes of his journey. His storytelling is raw, showing the tension and pride of his path.
Y Esta Vida Que Llevo Parece Un Sueño ParienteAnd this life I lead feels like a dream, my friend.
I Don’t KnowI don’t know.
Brechas Y Ranchos Los Que Cruzo Para Irte A BuscarI cross through trails and ranches just to come and find you.
Tengo El Fin Libre Pa Pistear Con Mi Muñeca He De BrindarI’ve got the weekend off to drink, and I’ll toast with my baby.
Con Mi Compadre Ando Al Tirante Ahí Lo Miro En CuliacánI’m standing tall with my partner, and I’ll see him there in Culiacan.
Puro Avendaño Así Nomás La Fea No Ha De JugarIt’s purely the Avendano way, bad luck won’t be part of the game.
Empolvamos La De Siempre Mi Copiloto Nunca Se Me DuermeWe’re kicking up dust on the usual road, and my co-pilot never falls asleep on me.
Miramos Algo De Frente No Son Los Cascos Tampoco GnWe see something up ahead, but it’s not the ‘authorities’ or the National Guard.
Frecuencias Dicen Que Algo Viene Los Planes Cambian En CalienteThe radios say something’s coming, so our plans change in a heartbeat.
Confirmativo Se Me Hace Mi Amor Que Se Me Va A Ser Tarde Pa VerteIt’s confirmed, my love, it looks like I’m going to be late to see you.
Otro Topón Que Dios Guarde Cortas Y Largas Las Tengo A Mi AlcanceAnother confrontation, may God protect us, I’ve got my ‘defenses’ within reach.
Agarre Bien El Volante Y No Se Me Raje Pase Lo Que PaseGrip the steering wheel tight and don’t back down, no matter what happens.
Me Prendo Suspiro Y A Darle Digan Cómo Quieren El BaileI light up, take a breath, and get to it; tell me how you want this ‘dance’ to go.
La Vida La Juego Al Cabo La Tengo Perdida Vamos A ApostarleI’m gambling with my life, since it’s already on the line, let’s just place the bet.
Al Agujero Pues Qué Creyeron Que Nos Iban A ToparTo the pit! What did they think, that they’d just run into us?
O Se Me Alinean O Se Van Esto No Es Nada PersonalEither get in line or get out, because this isn’t anything personal.
Quiero Enfiestarme Verme Elegante Para Irla A RejuntarI want to party and look sharp when I go to pick her up.
Avísale A Tu Mamá Que No Te Voy A RegresarTell your mother that I’m not going to bring you back.
Dice Que Estaba Esperando Y Que Alistada Ya Estaba Hace RatoShe says she was waiting and she’s been ready for a while now.
Fresita Con Un Malandro Combinación Que Sí Deja PensandoA ‘sweet girl’ with a ‘bad boy,’ it’s a combination that really makes you think.
Perdón Por Haberme Tardado Me Tenían Algo OcupadoSorry for being late, I was a bit tied up with something.
Lo Bueno Que Sí La Libramos Y Ahora Aquí Ya Te Tengo A Mi LadoThe good thing is we made it through, and now I’ve got you right here by my side.
Qué Vida Es La Que Yo Llevo Pareciera Que Es Sacada De Un SueñoWhat a life I lead, it feels like it’s something straight out of a dream.
Pariente Así Me Pusieron Mando Los Cuadros Hasta El Extranjero‘The Relative’ is what they call me, and I send the ‘shipments’ overseas.
Poder Dinero Y Respeto Siempre Lo Quise Y Lo TengoPower, money, and respect; I’ve always wanted them and now I have them.
No Piensen Que Está Pelada Ni Fácil Llevar Esta Vida Que LlevoDon’t think it’s easy or simple to live the life I lead.
Si Me Torcieron Fue Hace Tiempo Pero Me Hice Más Cabr#nIf they caught me, it was a long time ago, but I just became even more of a ‘tou#h guy’.
Ya No Regreso A La Prisión Primero Muerto O En El CajónI’m never going back to prison, I’d rather be dead or in a casket.
Adiestramiento Tengo Del Bueno Aprendimos Del MejorI’ve had the best training, as we learned from the very best.
La Calle Fue Pa Mí Un Salón Salgo En El Cuadro Del HonorThe street was my classroom, and I graduated with the highest honors.
De Aeropuerto En Aeropuerto Por Qué Mejor Ya No Hacemos El NuestroMoving from airport to airport, why don’t we just build one of our own?
Dije Eso Y Varios Se Rieron Pero Por Dentro Saben Que Hablo En SerioI said that and a few people laughed, but deep down they know I’m serious.
Vamos Formando Un Imperio Pa Los Nietos De Mis NietosWe’re building an empire for my grandchildren’s grandchildren.
Sin Ayahuasca Mi Mente Viajaba Mientras Disfrutaba El MomentoMy mind was wandering without any ‘trips’ while I enjoyed the moment.
Pidan Champán Del Más Caro Mientras Forjaba Un Cigarro BañadoOrder the most expensive champagne while I was rolling a ‘dipped’ smoke.
Que Sepan Que Ya Llegaron Los Que Mantienen Todo ControladoLet them know that the ones who keep everything under control have arrived.
Mi Amor Sabes Que No Soy Malo De Ti Yo Estoy EnamoradoMy love, you know I’m not a bad guy, I’m just in love with you.
Báilame Algo Despacio Como Si No Hubiera Nadie En El AntroDance for me slowly, as if there’s no one else here in the club.
Amanecida Bien Merecida Otro Día Fui A MirarA well-deserved night out, and I stayed to see another day begin.
Tengo Mucho Para Contar Una Canción No BastaráI’ve got so much to tell, one song won’t be enough to say it all.
Debo Cuidarme Pa Regresarme Uso La Puerta De AtrásI’ve got to be careful when I head back, so I use the back door.
Avísale Al Seguridad Que Ya Me Voy A RetirarGo ahead and tell the security guard that I’m about to head out.
De Nadie Me Ando Escondiendo No Me Confundan Astucia Con MiedoI’m not hiding from anyone, so don’t mistake my cleverness for fear.
Más Sabe El Diablo Por Viejo Pero Solamente A Un Dios Yo Le RezoThe devil knows more because he’s old, but I only pray to one God.
Solo Así Me Mantengo Para Seguir En El RuedoThat’s the only way I keep myself going in this ‘arena’.
Afirmativo Yo Soy El Pariente Pa Que No Me Anden ConfundiendoThat’s right, I’m ‘The Relative,’ so make sure you don’t confuse me with anyone else.
El Pariente Music Video
The lyrics of ‘El Pariente’ explore themes of power and survival, while Cordova’s voice brings authenticity to the story. Ian Cordova delivers a song that is both personal and universal.