Mi Viejo Lyrics (English Translation) – Alemán, Gera MX

Mi Viejo (English Translation) Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: Vicente Fernández]
The intro expresses the singer’s admiration and respect for his father, describing him as a good person who has always walked through life with integrity and strength.

[Verse 1: Alemán]
Alemán begins by sharing his father’s tough childhood, growing up in Taxco, Guerrero, with 14 siblings and no resources. Despite not having enough money for education, his father worked hard from a young age, even becoming a silversmith to make a living. At 19, he met Yaneth, fell in love, and together they had a son. Seeking a better life, the family moved to Cabo. Alemán paints his father as a strong, principled man who always valued family above everything else. He was also known for his boxing skills and street reputation, earning the respect of his community. The singer admires him for his loyalty, strength, and the constant support he received from his father, who made sure the family was never hungry. The verse expresses deep appreciation for his father’s sacrifices and the love he showed, honoring him with a drink and a kiss to the sky in memory of him.

[Chorus: Vicente Fernández]
In the chorus, the singer repeats that his father is a good man who lived his life alone and patiently. It highlights the father’s resilience, the solitude he might have faced, and the way he stood strong through it all.

[Verse 2: Gera MX]
Gera MX shares the story of his father, born in Durango, who left home at a young age to make a living and provide for his family. Although involved in tough situations, he never judged or regretted his past. Gera reflects on the lessons his father taught him, especially the importance of staying true to oneself. He misses his father deeply, feeling a void that no material possession or relationship can fill. Gera expresses that his father’s presence lives on in the stars, and he honors his father’s memory by achieving the dreams his father once had. This verse emphasizes love, loss, and the lasting impact of the father’s wisdom.

[Chorus: Vicente Fernández]
The chorus is repeated, reinforcing the admiration and respect the singer has for his father. It highlights the idea that his father, a good man, continued to walk his path alone, awaiting his family’s love and recognition. It’s a tribute to his father’s perseverance, strength, and legacy.