Al Gallo Que Me Cante

Belo y Los Susodichos' song 'Al Gallo Que Me Cante' is a vivid portrayal of rebellion and defiance against the constraints of daily life. The lyrics paint a picture of a restless soul navigating the urban landscape, engaging in various activities that symbolize a rejection of societal norms. The protagonist's actions, such as 'meando en las esquinas' (peeing in the corners) and 'pintando en los retretes corazones sin espinas' (painting thornless hearts in the toilets), reflect a desire to break free from conventional expectations and create a world of their own making.

The recurring line 'Le corto el pico al gallo que me cante' (I cut the beak of the rooster that sings to me) serves as a powerful metaphor for silencing the herald of a new day, symbolizing a refusal to conform to the routine and responsibilities that come with daylight. This defiance is further emphasized by the command 'To's pa la cama, que nadie se levante' (Everyone to bed, no one gets up), suggesting a collective resistance to the pressures of waking life. The imagery of 'el horizonte es un tabique' (the horizon is a partition) and the determination to break through it 'con dos cojones, con un martillo' (with guts, with a hammer) underscores the protagonist's relentless pursuit of freedom and self-expression.

The song also delves into themes of existential struggle and the search for meaning. The lines 'Multiplicando peces, convierto el agua en vino' (Multiplying fish, turning water into wine) evoke biblical miracles, hinting at a quest for transcendence amidst the chaos. The protagonist's journey is marked by moments of delirium and rage, as they grapple with the 'patadas de mi tempestad' (kicks of my storm). Ultimately, the song captures the essence of a rebellious spirit, unyielding in the face of societal constraints and determined to carve out a unique path, even if it means facing the tempest head-on.