El Cerro (Cuando Yo Me Muera)

When I die, I don’t want them to cry
Throw a party with fireworks and flowers
Let them serve wine and bring the Tamazulas
So they can play my own songs

When I die, take me to the hill
So they can watch over me by an oak tree
Instead of a bed, lay me on a mat
And instead of candles, bottles of wine

And if I die far from the love I want
Send her a letter and have her come right away
So she can kiss me as a goodbye
When they leave me with the dirt on top

When I die, let them release doves
So they can carry my soul on their wings
Let them get permission at the church in my town
So the bells can ring for me

And if I die far from the love I want
Send her a letter and have her come right away
So she can kiss me as a goodbye
When they leave me with the dirt on top