Las Babosas

Árbol's song 'Las Babosas' presents a seemingly simple narrative about an encounter with a slug, but beneath its surface lies a deeper commentary on judgment and perception. The lyrics describe the protagonist's dilemma upon encountering a 'fea y asquerosa' (ugly and disgusting) slug. The repeated questioning of whether to step on it or not ('La piso, no la piso?') highlights the internal conflict and hesitation driven by fear and repulsion.

The climax of the song occurs when the protagonist finally decides to step on the slug ('Puuuummm, la pise'). This act is followed by a realization that the slug was not poisonous ('Pobre babosa no era venenosa'), but merely unattractive and repulsive. This moment of revelation serves as a metaphor for how we often judge others based on superficial appearances and make decisions out of fear or disgust without understanding the true nature of what we are dealing with.

Árbol, known for their eclectic musical style that blends rock, reggae, and punk, often infuses their songs with social and philosophical themes. 'Las Babosas' is no exception, using a simple and somewhat humorous scenario to provoke thought about our tendencies to judge and the consequences of those judgments. The song encourages listeners to look beyond appearances and question their initial reactions to the unfamiliar or the unpleasant.