A Pekingese dog falls "upward" and can't come back down; an entire bear fits inside a walnut.
"El Reino del Revés" is a classic Spanish-language children's song and poem originally written and performed by the Argentine artist . While Walsh's 1964 version is the most famous, the group Los Vicko's de Ramón Daniel (a Monterrey-based Cumbia/Regional Mexican band) recorded a popular version that translates the whimsical lyrics into a rhythmic, danceable style. Overview of the Song Los Vickos - El reino al reves.
Absurdity, imagination, and the reversal of natural laws. Core Imagery and Lyrics A Pekingese dog falls "upward" and can't come
You can listen to the original version and various musical interpretations here: María Elena Walsh - El Reino Del Revés (Official Audio) YouTube · MariaElenaWalshVEVO Los Vickos - Mix Exitos YouTube · ALRITMODELACUMBIA El Reino del Revés YouTube · Los Chicos Quieren Rock - Topic Overview of the Song Absurdity, imagination, and the
The song describes a nonsensical world where reality is inverted. The lyrics serve as a playful tool for children to learn about logic by identifying what is "wrong" or "upside down" in each verse. María Elena Walsh.
Cats say "yes" instead of "meow" because they study English; 2 + 2 = 3; and thieves act as judges while police act as thieves. Impact and Cultural Significance
María Elena Walsh is considered one of the most important figures in Argentine children's literature, and her songs, including this one, have been covered by countless artists.