Tcherkaski’s father died when he was only 14 years old, leaving him with a feeling of abandonment that lasted throughout his life. At age 22, Tcherkaski wrote a poem titled “The Ambulante,” inspired by his father, who was a traveling salesman. “In that text there is a phrase that is the trigger that allows me to make this text of ‘My Old Man’. The description, even physical, is his; In the song he walks slowly, with a heavy figure and that’s how the lyrics emerge,” is how the writer explained it.
Despite the emotionality and authenticity of the song, its creation was the subject of a dispute lasting more than 20 years between Tcherkaski and Piero, since the journalist demanded recognition for his contribution to the composition of the song. The lyrics of “Mi Querido Viejo” capture the essence of the relationship between father and son, resonating deeply with those who have experienced loss and admiration for their parents.
Over the years, “Mi Querido Viejo” has been performed by various renowned artists such as Vicente Fernández, Leo Dan, Lucho Gatica, Danny Rivera, and even, for the youngest and recently, by Kevin Kaarl, each one contributing his unique style to this endearing song.
