There could be few as well suited a language to learn through music than Spanish. After all, this language of love is one of rhythm and distinctive tempo, and music livens up any learning session. This little list of Spanish learning songs takes you from traditional kiddy learning songs to those with passion, soul and Spanish grit.

1. Hojas, Hojas – Leaves, Leaves

Learning the seasons is a basic building block of learning any language, and with the tuneful Hojas, Hojas you’re about to memorize the seasons in about 55 seconds flat. Here’s a helpful run through to read beforehand…

o El invierno — winter.

o La primavera — spring.

o El verano — summer (another word for summer, el estío, has mostly literary use.)

o El otoño — autumn or fall.

2. De Colores

This child-friendly sone is a lovely example of Spanish folk, and it’s about to run you through your colors and more than a fair share of farm animals.

3. Head Shoulders Knees & Toes

You’ve got colors, you’ve got animals, you’ve got seasons. Now, for mastering those body parts – from top to toe with this kiddy classic (complete with balloons and guitar playing).

After me now – “Cabeza, hombros, rodillas, pies/Rodillas, pies.”

4. Agua by Jarabe de Palo

Now we’re getting into the adult-based songs, there could be no better place to start than with this song. Created specifically for Spanish learning newbies, this song comes complete with subtitles that are color coded for linking each Spanish word to its English equivalent.

5. Yo te amo by Chayanne

Given that Spanish is the language of love it’s only right to include a classic love ballad sung by crooner Chayanne.

6. Manos al Aire by Nelly Furtado

Now for a bit of pop from chart topping pop princess Nelly Furtado. This song has been updated to include subtitles, and can help you grapple with Spanish colloquialisms and common sentence patterns.

7. Shakira-La Tortura

Shakira Shakira! This tune takes on the classic pop topic of love and war – of heartbreak and a reconciliation with a sneaky love rate. The title translates to mean “The Torture”.

So there we are – seven drastically different songs for picking up Spanish, fast. And if you want to make the most of your newly discovered Spanish Learning Songs, read our blog: How to learn Spanish fast & Learn Spanish through music Spanish to improve Spanish Comprehension.