Arboles de La Barranca

The song 'Arboles de La Barranca' by Banda El Recodo De Cruz Lizárraga is a traditional Mexican song that delves into themes of love, nature, and rural life. Banda El Recodo, known for their banda music—a genre that features brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments—often incorporates stories and everyday life experiences into their songs, and this track is no exception.

The lyrics metaphorically compare unwatered trees with unfulfilled love, suggesting that just as trees need water to flourish, love requires attention and care to grow. The mention of 'agua del río florido' (water from the blooming river) could symbolize the nourishment and vibrancy that love brings to life. The repeated line 'Me puse a amar a una mujer con la ilusión de amar' (I started to love a woman with the hope of loving) reflects the singer's deep desire to experience love, despite the challenges that may come with it.

The song also touches on the choices one makes in love, as seen in the stanza where the singer is asked which of the three passing women he prefers. His choice and the subsequent declaration of genuine love ('te quiero de a de veras') indicate a commitment to his feelings. The final verses, which speak of going to the barranca (ravine) to plant rice and teach a young woman how to pair up, perhaps allude to the cultivation of a relationship and the sharing of life's labors. Overall, 'Arboles de La Barranca' is a poetic reflection on the longing for love and the dedication it requires.