Negra Cruz – Lyrics Meaning in English – Vicente Fernández
“Negra Cruz” (Black Cross) by Vicente Fernández is a poignant song that delves deep into themes of betrayal and enduring sorrow. Through its powerful lyrics, the song narrates the anguish of a man who faces his end with a heavy heart. The singer addresses his unfaithful partner, expressing the pain of loss and the bitter finality of their relationship. The somber tone is emphasized by the choice of a black cross on his grave, symbolizing the constant presence of misfortune in his life. This song resonates with anyone who has experienced deep personal betrayal and the struggle to find closure.
Singer: Vicente Fernández
Ya no llores, corazón, no seas cobarde
Ay, ¿qué no ves lo que me haces padecer?
Ya no llores, corazón, que ya es muy tarde
Pues a los dos nos tocó la de perder
Stop cry, my heart, don’t be a coward
Oh, can’t you see how much you’re making me suffer?
Stop cry, my heart, it’s already too late now
We both lost in the end
Yo me muero y tú me pierdes para siempre
Y te quedas en el mundo a navegar
Ten cuidado, pisa bien y no resbales
Mas no seas tonta, no te dejes engañar
I’m dying, and you lose me forever
And you will be here
Be careful, step wisely and don’t slip
But don’t be foolish, don’t let yourself be fooled
Ahora quieres con tu llanto regresarme
De aquel camino que tú misma me enseñaste
En el vaso tú pusiste el veneno
Aquel veneno que para mí preparaste
Now you want to bring me back with your tears
From the path you led me down
You put the poison in the drink
The poison you made for me
Ven, mi niño, yo te dejo mi retrato
En él tienes el cariño que te di
Cuando crezca, le platicas de su padre
Mas no le digas que me traicionaste a mí
Come, my child, I’m giving you my photo
It holds the love I gave you
When you grow up, tell him about his father
But don’t mention that you betrayed me
En mi tumba pon la cruz que yo te diga
Y que sea negra, no la quiero de color
Porque negra todo el tiempo fue mi suerte
Mujer traidora, ahí te dejo mi dolor
Place the cross I choose on my grave
And make it black; I don’t want a colored one
Black was my constant fate
Traitorous woman, my pain is left with you
