Cuatro Velas
Antonio Aguilar
Four Candles
When I was very far away
Very calmly I walked
When I was very far away
Very calmly I walked
Spending my good money
I didn't care about anything
But then a letter arrived
Saying my mother was dying
And I came as fast as I could
To see if I could reach her
Asking God in heaven
To shorten the way
I only found the four candles
That were about to go out
Dear mother, I ask you
To forgive my mistakes
On my knees at your grave
I bring you these white flowers
You who are up there in heaven
Send me your blessings
Oh, it feels so bad, cousin
It's true, really
When I had my mother
How proud I was
I never thought that destiny
Would take her away from me one day
Now that I am alone
In the world, I am nothing
Dear mother, I ask you
To forgive my mistakes
On my knees at your grave
I bring you these white flowers
You who are up there in heaven
Send me your blessings
