Conmigo no se juega

Barricada's song 'Conmigo no se juega' is a powerful anthem of defiance and self-assertion. The lyrics convey a strong message of rejecting manipulation and standing up for oneself. The repeated use of the word 'No' emphasizes the refusal to be controlled or taken advantage of. The phrase 'No quiero más de tu medicina' suggests a rejection of something harmful or toxic, possibly a metaphor for a toxic relationship or situation. The insistence on saying 'Basta!' (Enough!) further underscores the determination to put an end to the negative influence.

The imagery in the song is vivid and intense. Phrases like 'se sube por las uñas' and 'se mete entre los dedos' create a sense of something invasive and persistent, which is then expelled in a powerful scream that 'retumba el suelo' (shakes the ground). This could symbolize the release of pent-up frustration and the reclaiming of personal power. The mention of witches dancing on any mattress adds a surreal and rebellious touch, suggesting a world where norms are defied and freedom is celebrated.

The song also touches on themes of celebration and madness. The line 'Puestos a celebrar, hagamoslo como apetezca' (If we are to celebrate, let's do it as we please) speaks to the desire for authentic and uninhibited expression. The closing lines, 'que me estoy volviendo loco, ¡Nadie nos va a parar!' (I'm going crazy, no one will stop us!) capture a sense of liberation and unstoppable energy. 'Conmigo no se juega' is a declaration of independence and a call to live life on one's own terms, free from external constraints.