Hombre De A Deveras Lyrics in English Julion Alvarez Y Su Norteño Banda

Below, I translated the lyrics of the song Hombre De A Deveras by Julion Alvarez Y Su Norteño Banda from Spanish to English.
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One is worth what one carries on one's chest
I have always tried to be someone of respect
and do no wrong
I always behave legally
I don't feel less or more than anyone
I do what I want and I'm not one to compare myself
I do not care
They are going to talk however they want
I'm a real man, old man's style
Friend of friend and bastard when you have to be
In love
I already bring it from my ancestry
I am a real man, not a caricature
Good for the pisteada and the job doesn't scare me
I don't freak out
Even if my fortune grows
I'm a man, not a clown and we're stuck
If you take care
Of noble heart and strong character
Good in business and to hell with my people
To help
You can count on me
I'm a real man, old man's style
Friend of friend and bastard when you have to be
In love
I already bring it from my ancestry
I am a real man, not a caricature
Good for the pisteada and the job doesn't scare me
I don't freak out
Even if my fortune grows
I'm a man, not a clown and we're stuck
If you take care
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abolengolineage / ancestry

Abolengo refers to one's lineage, ancestry, or noble heritage. It's a word that evokes a sense of tradition and inherited qualities, making it quite unique in contemporary song lyrics.

In "Hombre De A Deveras," the singer proudly states, "Ya lo traigo de abolengo," meaning he carries these qualities—being a true man, a good friend, and tough when necessary—as if they are inherited traits from his family or upbringing. It emphasizes that his character is deeply ingrained and comes from a long-standing tradition, not something he just adopted.

In "Hombre De A Deveras," which translates to "A Real Man," Julión Álvarez paints a picture of authentic, old-school manhood. The singer declares that a person's true value comes from their heart—"Uno vale lo que carga en el pecho" (One is worth what they carry in their chest). He isn't concerned with what others think, because he knows people will talk no matter what. Instead, he focuses on being a respectful and lawful person who is neither better nor worse than anyone else.

This "real man" is a complex character. He is a loyal friend, a passionate lover, and tough when he needs to be—"Amigo del amigo y cabrón cuando hay que serlo" (A friend to a friend and a badass when it's necessary). He's not afraid of hard work or a good party, and even as his fortune grows, he remains humble. Above all, he's a man of strong character and a noble heart, always ready to help his people and get things done.

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