Copyright Statement

“La Bamba” is a traditional folk song of Veracruz, Mexico, whose earliest known versions date to the 17th or 18th century. The lyrics and core phrases such as “La Bamba” and “Yo no soy marinero, soy capitán” originate from this anonymous oral tradition and are therefore public domain.

Ritchie Valens’ 1958 recording was the first major electric-guitar adaptation and commercial popularization of the song. His version introduced a modernized structure and arrangement but did not originate the words themselves.

This present adaptation, “La Bamba – Expanded Version,” is a literary and lyrical expansion by Lance Thomas Davidson. It builds upon the public-domain foundation of the traditional text, introducing new original verses, narrative structure, and modern lyrical interpretation.

The traditional fragments (“La Bamba,” “El Capitán,” and related refrains) remain public domain and are not copyrighted. All newly added lyrical content, composition, and structural expansion are the exclusive intellectual property of Lance Thomas Davidson and are protected under international copyright law.

© 2025 Lance Thomas Davidson — All Rights Reserved.



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Lance Thomas Davidson | Music Biography
I’m Lance Thomas Davidson, a professional songwriter and producer currently residing in Bali, Indonesia. I create original music that spans multiple genres—including R&B, rap, country, progressive rock, and metal—each crafted with a story that listeners can connect with on a deep level.

My music is recorded by a diverse selection of artists, who, under mutually beneficial non-disclosure agreements, perform as “ghost cover” artists. As the sole owner of the master rights, I offer these productions for licensing in flexible formats. Artists have the option to engage in profit-sharing agreements, purchase the rights outright, or acquire the masters for unlimited editing and distribution, tailored to their creative vision.

I prefer to conduct business exclusively online, maintaining a discreet approach while delivering high-quality music productions worldwide.

© 2024 Lance Thomas Davidson. All Rights Reserved.

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