Merhaba [Salutació] [English translation]

To Ulysses' memory, he who taught on this earth

The first passion of sailing across the sea.

To the foam garden that surrounds the journey

Each time that mankind navigates again.

To the ship that floats by with its sails unfurled:

The only flag that the sea has ever had!

To the sky filled with seagulls, who crown the boats;

Each time that they return... Hello! Greetings!

To the dolphin who swaps spite for the dance

And, upon seeing a boat, runs to greet us.

To the peace that leaves behind a time of prosperity

In the tired sea: Hello! Greetings!

To the salty voice that told the earth:

"You're my daughter, never forget it!"

To the country that still keeps its borders open

To the sea of mixed races... Hello! Greetings!

• Artist:Maria del Mar Bonet
• Album:Salmaia (1995)