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Mala Vida

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Introduccion: Am, F, Dm, E  
Tú me estás dando mala viFda
Yo pronto me Amvoy a escapaFr
Gitana mAmía por lo menos date cuenFta
Gitana mía por Amfavor tú no me dejas ni respirFar
Tú me estás dandGo Ammala vida
Cada día se la traga mi corazónF  
Dime tú porque te trato yo tan bAmien
Cuando tú me haFblas como a un cabróAmn
Gitana mía mi corazón está sufriendFo
Gitana mía por faAmvor sufriendo malnuFtrición
Me estás Gdando me estás dando Ammala vida
Cada día se la traga mi corazFón
Dime tú porque te trato yo tan bAmien
Cuando tú me haFblas como a un cabrAmón
Me estás dando Gme estás dando CheAm  F  Dm  E  
Ecorazón
Solo
(Am, F, Dm, E)
Tú me estás dando mala vida
Yo pronto me voy a escapar
Gitana mía por lo menos date cuenta
Gitana mía por favor tú no me dejas ni respirar
Tu me estás dando me estás dando mala vida
( F- Am)
Cada día se la traga mi corazón
Cada día se la traga mi corazón
Cada día se la traga mi corazón
Cada día se la traga mi corazón
Cada día se la traga mi corazón
Cada día se la traga mi corazón
Cada día se la traga mi corazón
Am, F, Dm, E  
All chords in this song (5)

The story behind the song

"Mala Vida" was an early hit for Mano Negra, appearing on their 1988 debut album, Patchanka. Written by lead singer Manu Chao, the song actually first appeared on a demo tape from his earlier band, Hot Pants, showcasing its enduring energy from the start. The song became a staple of Mano Negra's live shows, known for its vibrant and engaging performance. It captures a raw, lively spirit that has resonated with many, leading to numerous cover versions over the years. At its heart, "Mala Vida" plays like an anthem of defiant celebration.

AI-written from these sources:Mala Vida — Wikipedia ↗Manu Chao — Wikipedia ↗

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