Story Behind The Song
Being Taino indian of the Jatibonicu people I wanted to make a song that was a statement to the extinction myths that our Taino people were wiped out by the 16th century. I also wanted to honor our Cacike "Chief" who has done so much for our people. Its
Song Description
This song is in honor of our Cacike "Chief" Guanikeyu of the Jatibonico Taino Indian Nation for all the work he has done on behalf of the Taino people. Its is also in honor of Guani people of The Jatibonicu Taino Indian Nation of Boriken.
A gathering t
| Song Length |
4:08 |
Genre |
World - World Beat, New Age - Tribal |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Instrumental |
| Mood |
In High Spirits, Welcoming |
Subject |
Joy, Race/Ethnicity |
| Language |
Other |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
The only spoken Lyrics in this song are in the indigneous Taino language of the Carribean:
Guakia Taino Yahabo - Our Taino People Are Still Here!