About The Song
“Paloma Blanca” is a song written by Dutch musician George Baker, recorded by his band The George Baker Selection in 1975. “Paloma Blanca” translates to “white dove” in Spanish. The song was released as a single, and it was also the title track of the fifth album by The George Baker Selection. “Paloma Blanca” became a big hit in many countries, running for just under three and a half minutes. The song is often called “Una Paloma Blanca” and is known for its catchy melody and uplifting lyrics.
The song “Paloma Blanca” by George Baker Selection carries a universal message of peace and freedom, resonating as an anthem for ending conflicts and yearning for a better world. It’s about a South American farmer dreaming of being a white bird, symbolizing freedom. Originally written by Dutch musician Johannes Bouwens, the song’s title translates to “White Dove” and emphasizes its uplifting theme of hope and resilience. “Paloma Blanca” paints a vivid picture of a new day dawning and symbolizes overcoming darkness with light.
Lyrics
When the sun shines on the mountains
And the night is on the run
It's a new day, it's a new way
And I fly up to the sun
I can feel the morning sunlight
I can smell the new-mown hay
I can hear God's voice is calling
On my golden skylight way
Una paloma blanca
I'm just a bird in the sky
Una paloma blanca
Over the mountains I fly
No one can take my freedom away
Once I had my share of losing
Once they locked me on a chain
Yes, they tried to break my power
Oh, I still can feel the pain
Una paloma blanca
I'm just a bird in the sky
Una paloma blanca
Over the mountains I fly
Yes, no one can take my freedom away
Yes, no one can take my freedom away
When the sun shines on the mountains
And the night is on the run
It's a new day, it's a new way
And I fly up to the sun
Una paloma blanca
I'm just a bird in the sky
Una paloma blanca
Over the mountains I fly
No one can take my freedom away