“Somos Más Americanos” is a proud, foot-stomping response to anyone who tells Latin Americans they don’t belong in the United States. Los Tigres del Norte flip the script by reminding listeners that the border didn’t always exist—history shows the land itself was once Mexico’s. With sharp storytelling, they recount how Texas, California, and other states were taken, making today’s migrants “foreigners in their own land.” The song blends historical facts with fiery accordion riffs, transforming a lesson on the Mexican-American War into an anthem of resilience.
Far from a call to conflict, the lyrics celebrate hard-working people of every shade and trade, united by Indigenous, Spanish, and mixed roots. Los Tigres declare that, measured by centuries rather than passports, Latinos are even more American than many descendants of European settlers. The result is a catchy, defiant reminder that culture, history, and identity stretch far beyond any painted line.
Los Tigres del Norte, hailing from San Jose, California, are legendary pioneers of Pacific Norteño and Norteño-Sax music. Founded in 1965 by Jorge Hernández and his family, this band has sold over 32 million albums and is celebrated for their powerful storytelling through corridos, including politically charged and narcocorridos that depict real-life struggles.
Known as "The Tigers of the North," they have won 7 Grammy Awards and 12 Latin Grammys, becoming icons in regional Mexican music across the Americas. Their innovative fusion of traditional Mexican sounds with modern rhythms, and their commitment to highlighting immigrant and social issues, have earned them a dedicated fanbase in the United States, Mexico, and beyond. With a career spanning over five decades, Los Tigres del Norte continue to be influential voices in Latin music and culture.