La Dejo o No La Dejo

Albert Pla's song 'La Dejo o No La Dejo' presents a darkly humorous narrative that explores the conflict between love and moral responsibility. The protagonist is in love with a woman who leads a double life as a terrorist. Despite her violent actions, which include bombings and assassinations, he finds himself excusing her behavior, highlighting the irrational nature of love and the lengths to which one might go to justify the actions of a loved one.

The lyrics use hyperbole and irony to discuss the protagonist's internal struggle. He compares her terrorist activities to more mundane forms of betrayal, such as infidelity or collecting stamps, suggesting that he prefers her dangerous hobbies to more conventional ones. This absurd comparison serves to illustrate the protagonist's deep denial and the moral quandary he faces. The song also touches on the theme of complicity, as the protagonist feels partly responsible for not stopping her and wonders if his lack of emotional support led her to seek fulfillment through violence.

The song's chorus, which repeats the phrase 'un [policía/militar/político] muerto, un [policía/militar/político] menos' ('one [police officer/soldier/politician] dead, one [police officer/soldier/politician] less'), reflects a callous view of human life and the dehumanization that can occur in the context of political violence. The protagonist's final contemplation about whether to leave his girlfriend or not underscores the absurdity of weighing a romantic relationship against the gravity of her crimes, ultimately leaving the listener to ponder the complexities of love, ethics, and personal responsibility.