Cruza La Frontera

Brujeria's song "Cruza La Frontera" delves into the harrowing experiences of immigrants who risk everything to cross the border into the United States. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the desperation and determination that drive people to leave their homes in search of a better life. The song opens by mentioning various groups of people, such as farmworkers and poor families, who are tired of their circumstances and seek the 'gold' of the United States. This 'gold' symbolizes the hope for a better future, financial stability, and opportunities that are often out of reach in their home countries.

The song uses raw and explicit language to describe the journey, highlighting the physical and emotional toll it takes on the immigrants. Phrases like "calzones zurrados" (soiled underwear) and "verga en mano" (dick in hand) emphasize the indignities and hardships faced during the journey. The mention of working for a 'chino o judio' (Chinese or Jewish person) and being paid with 'tacos de sobaco' (armpit tacos) underscores the exploitation and poor working conditions that many immigrants endure once they arrive.

The chorus, "Cruza la frontera" (Cross the border), is a rallying cry that captures the urgency and peril of the journey. The song also touches on the dangers posed by 'coyotes' (human smugglers) and 'la migra' (immigration authorities), who can leave immigrants lost, exploited, or even dead. The reference to 'Satanas' (Satan) suggests that the journey is so perilous that only a higher power can offer protection. The song ends on a grim note, with the stark choice between the 'streets of gold' or the harsh reality of being caught by immigration authorities.