Matar Dragones

Attaque 77's song 'Matar Dragones' delves into the emotional turmoil and self-discovery that comes from being in a toxic relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who initially believed they were the 'prince charming' for their partner, willing to go to great lengths, even 'killing dragons,' to meet their partner's expectations. This metaphor of slaying dragons symbolizes the extreme efforts and sacrifices made to please someone else, often at the cost of one's own happiness and fulfillment.

The song's protagonist reflects on the futility of these efforts, realizing that in the name of love, they have made numerous mistakes and faced the harsh reality that their actions were not sustainable. The repeated line 'en nombre del amor hice cualquier desastre' (in the name of love, I did any disaster) underscores the chaos and self-destruction that can arise from trying to live up to an idealized version of love. This realization leads to a critical turning point where the protagonist decides to break free from the cycle of seeking validation and love from external sources.

The latter part of the song highlights the protagonist's struggle with jealousy and control, as they become consumed by obsessive thoughts and behaviors. The questions 'Con quien andas? Donde estas? Porque no venís?' (Who are you with? Where are you? Why don't you come?) reflect the paranoia and insecurity that have taken over their life. Ultimately, the protagonist makes a powerful decision to leave the relationship and embark on a journey towards self-liberation and truth, as expressed in the line 'hoy decidí dejarte y empezar a caminar sin temor a la verdad por mi libertad' (today I decided to leave you and start walking without fear of the truth for my freedom). This song is a poignant exploration of the importance of self-worth and the courage it takes to reclaim one's life from the grips of a damaging relationship.