Lyrics & Translation
"Hijo de hombre" is a fantastic song to help you learn Spanish, especially if you're a fan of Disney and inspiring narratives! Phil Collins' clear pronunciation and the song's strong, motivational lyrics about growth and discovery make it perfect for practicing vocabulary related to personal development and overcoming challenges. The engaging rhythm and memorable chorus will help you internalize common Spanish phrases while enjoying a beloved movie classic.
In strength lies power
In the wise lies knowledge
With time, everything will come
On the day that begins today
A thousand answers you will seek
You will climb the mountain
You will reach the summit
Son of man, seek and see
Let your soul be free
Proud one day you will be
Son of man, one day you will be a man
There is no one to guide you
Nor a hand to give you
But with faith and understanding
You will become a man
Son of man, seek and see
Let your soul be free
Proud one day you will be
Son of man, one day you will be a man
Learn to teach
By teaching you will learn
Your life is with whom you
Love the most
Today everything you dream of
And in your imagination
Here it is, it's the moment
Make your dream come true
Son of man, seek and see
Let your soul be free
Proud one day you will be
Son of man, one day you will be a man
Uh
Uh, yeh-oh
Uh, yeh-oh
Uh, yeh-oh
Man is
Man is a man, that will be
Key Vocabulary
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fuerza /ˈfweɾsa/ B1 |
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poder /poˈðeɾ/ B2 |
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sabio /ˈsaβjo/ B2 |
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recibir /reθiˈβiɾ/ A2 |
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montaña /monˈtaɲa/ A2 |
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cima /ˈsi.ma/ B1 |
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busca /ˈbus.ka/ A2 |
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libre /ˈliβɾe/ A2 |
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alma /ˈal.ma/ A2 |
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orgulloso /or.ɣuˈjo.so/ B2 |
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será /seˈɾa/ A1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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En la fuerza está el poder
➔ The verb 'estar' is used to indicate location or state.
➔ In this line, 'poder' (power) is described as being located in 'la fuerza' (the strength).
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Con el tiempo todo llegará
➔ The future tense is implied with 'llegará' (will arrive).
➔ This line suggests that everything will come in due time.
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Hijo de hombre busca y ve
➔ The imperative form is used with 'busca' (search) and 've' (see).
➔ This line encourages the listener to actively seek and see.
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No hay nadie que te guie
➔ The subjunctive mood is used with 'guie' (guide) to express doubt or uncertainty.
➔ This line indicates that there is no one to guide you, creating a sense of uncertainty.
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Aprende a enseñar
➔ The infinitive form 'enseñar' (to teach) follows the verb 'aprender' (to learn).
➔ This line suggests that learning to teach is an important skill.
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Tu vida está con quien tú amas más
➔ The verb 'estar' is used to indicate a state of being with 'quien tú amas' (whom you love).
➔ This line emphasizes the importance of being with the one you love.
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Realiza tu ilusión
➔ The verb 'realiza' (realize) is in the imperative form, encouraging action.
➔ This line encourages the listener to make their dreams come true.
