"México lindo y querido" is a traditional mariachi and ranchera Mexican song written by Chucho Monge and made famous by singer Jorge Negrete ("the singing charro"). He sang it in the 1952 movie Forever Yours.
It is widely known throughout the Spanish-speaking world for its characterization of patriotism and loyalty for the land of Mexico. It has been covered by many well-known artists, including Vicente Fernández, Ana Gabriel, BertÃÂn Osborne, and Pedro Fernández.
The most recognizable stanza of the song states: