Obsesión

Barricada's song 'Obsesión' delves into the harrowing experience of a woman trapped in an abusive relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of her suffering, likening her to a 'used rag' and 'a piece of meat rotting away,' which underscores the dehumanizing treatment she endures. The imagery of her being 'smaller than a beetle' further emphasizes her diminished sense of self-worth and powerlessness under her abuser's control.

The song takes a dark turn as it explores the woman's growing resolve to escape her torment. The repeated mention of a knife in her hands symbolizes her desperation and the extreme measures she contemplates to reclaim her life. The 'sinister plan' and the 'slow revenge' she plots while smoking a cigarette suggest a calculated and patient approach to ending her suffering. This part of the song highlights the psychological toll of prolonged abuse and the lengths to which a person might go to find liberation.

In the final verses, the abuser is depicted as a drunk, oblivious to the danger he faces. The woman's determination to 'finish what she has long desired' indicates her readiness to take drastic action. The repetition of the word 'obsesión' (obsession) throughout the song underscores the consuming nature of her thoughts of revenge. It reflects how her entire existence has become centered around the idea of ending her abuser's life, driven by years of pain and humiliation. Barricada's raw and intense portrayal of this narrative sheds light on the dark realities of domestic abuse and the psychological scars it leaves behind.