: As a final wish, the man asks to be executed while mounted on his beloved horse, a "prieto azabache" (a deep, intense black).
: The protagonist is captured by Villa's troops and sentenced to death by firing squad. MARГЌA DOLORES PRADERA "CABALLO AZABACHE"
Written by the Mexican composer , "Caballo Prieto Azabache" is a classic revolutionary corrido that tells a dramatic story of loyalty, sacrifice, and the bond between a man and his horse. : As a final wish, the man asks
: Before the order to fire is given, the horse instinctively senses the danger and charges through the firing squad, saving its master's life. : Before the order to fire is given,
: While the man survives, the horse is struck by three "Mauser" bullets and eventually dies from its wounds. The song serves as a hauntingly beautiful tribute to the animal that gave its life for its owner. Performance History and Legacy Maria Dolores Pradera – Caballo prieto azabache Lyrics