Los Ladrones

The song 'Los Ladrones' by 2 Minutos tells the story of two individuals who commit a bank robbery. The narrative begins with the robbers entering a bank, unafraid and armed, though they never use their weapons. They successfully rob the bank, leaving the cashier unharmed but traumatized. The lyrics emphasize that the robbers did not resort to violence, highlighting a certain code of ethics even in their criminal act.

The song then shifts to the aftermath of the heist. The robbers are eventually caught and sentenced to prison, with one serving five years and the other four and a half. During their time in prison, they meet and plan the robbery together, indicating a bond formed through their shared circumstances. This aspect of the song sheds light on the camaraderie and mutual respect that can develop even in the most unlikely of places.

'Los Ladrones' also touches on themes of justice and retribution. Despite their crime, the robbers are portrayed in a somewhat sympathetic light, as they did not harm anyone during the heist. The repeated lines 'Se lo ganaron, se lo llevaron' ('They earned it, they took it') suggest a sense of justification or entitlement to their actions, perhaps reflecting a critique of societal structures that drive individuals to crime. The song encapsulates the complexity of human behavior, where moral lines are blurred, and the reasons behind actions are multifaceted.