Song 039 / Released 18 January 2026

Uncle Joe

Love over ego, every single day.

Sound

Chicano SoulLowrider OldiesWest Coast Soul

Mood & themes

NostalgiaLoveJoyReflectionCelebrationFamily and community
Uncle Joe cover artwork

01 / Hear

Hear the Song

02 / Know

Know the Story

The red Impala carried a lesson in staying grounded.

I wrote Uncle Joe from Pico Rivera, East L.A., Big Bear snow, oldies, a red Impala and the uncle who showed me that humor and humility prepare you for whatever life brings.

Uncle Joe and Martin smiling together
Uncle Joe and me.
He looked good in red and he knew it.

The origin

The tribute follows Uncle Joe from Pico Rivera and East L.A. memories to Big Bear snow, with 1950s oldies carrying from the street and a red Impala cruising low and slow. His warmth, generosity and humor become the lesson: stay humble, stay real and never let pride crowd out the people you love.

03 / Feel

Feel the Soul

What I want you to feel.

A person’s legacy often lives in the emotional habits they leave behind. Generosity, a ready laugh and the refusal to take yourself too seriously can become guidance for the family that remembers you.

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Recommended · Play nextChepéUncle Joe shows the example; Chepé reveals the Sunday family rhythm that helped form it.

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