México Lindo y Querido

"México lindo y querido" is a traditional mariachi and ranchera Mexican song written by Chucho Monge and made famous by singer Jorge Negrete ("the singing charro").^[1] He sang it in the 1952 movie Forever Yours.^[2]

It is widely known throughout the Spanish-speaking world for its characterization of patriotism and loyalty for the land of Mexico.^[3] It has been covered by many well-known artists, including Vicente Fernández, Ana Gabriel, Bertín Osborne, and Pedro Fernández.

The most recognizable stanza of the song states:

Spanish	English Translation
México lindo y querido Si muero lejos de ti Que digan que estoy dormido Y que me traigan aquí	Lovely, beloved Mexico If I die far from you May they say that I'm asleep And may they bring me back here[4]

See also

• "Cielito Lindo"
• "La Bamba"