Pirata

In 'Pirata,' 4 Pesos de Propina delivers a powerful critique of the music industry and the commodification of art. The song's title, which translates to 'Pirate,' sets the tone for a rebellious and defiant message. The lyrics emphasize that not everything that glitters is gold, urging listeners to value freedom over commercial success. The repeated phrase 'libertad o sello' (freedom or seal) encapsulates the central theme: the choice between artistic integrity and selling out.

The song paints a vivid picture of the exploitation artists face in the industry. The lines 'estas engordando con mi arte y aparte le pones un sello, linda foto y lo queres vender' (you are fattening up on my art and then putting a seal, a nice photo, and wanting to sell it) highlight how the industry profits from artists' creativity without giving them their due share. The metaphor of a pirate flag with a skull ('En mi bandera va una calavera') symbolizes the artist's fight for freedom against the industry's oppressive forces.

4 Pesos de Propina also addresses the false promises made by the industry, such as fame and financial success, which often do not materialize for the artist. The lyrics 'no es que no queremos ver los discos y los billetes, si aparece la guita vos no la vas a llevar' (it's not that we don't want to see the records and the money, if the money appears, you won't take it) underscore the disillusionment many artists feel. The song's defiant tone and call for artistic freedom resonate deeply, making 'Pirata' a battle cry for all artists striving to maintain their integrity in a commercialized world.