Esto Es Brujeria

Brujeria's song 'Esto Es Brujeria' is a powerful commentary on societal perceptions and the stigmatization of certain groups, particularly Mexican immigrants. The band, known for its provocative and politically charged lyrics, uses this song to challenge the fear and prejudice often directed towards them. The lyrics describe how they are perceived as 'ugly and horrible' and how their music is seen as something to be feared. This reflects the broader societal tendency to demonize what is not understood or what is different.

The song also critiques the media's role in perpetuating these fears. The lyrics mention how the media sounds the alarm and portrays them as monsters, suggesting that the real fear should be directed at those who control the narrative. The line 'El de la tele es el que asusta más' (The one on TV is the one who scares the most) highlights the idea that the media has a significant influence on public perception and can manipulate the truth to serve its own agenda.

Furthermore, the song embraces the identity of being Mexican and the concept of 'brujería' (witchcraft) as a form of resistance. By declaring 'Sí, soy mexicano! Esto es brujería!' the band reclaims the negative labels and uses them as a source of power. The repeated assertion that 'Esto es la verdad' (This is the truth) serves as a defiant statement against the lies and misconceptions spread about them. Brujeria's music, often described as 'música de miedo' (music of fear), becomes a tool for confronting and exposing the real sources of fear and oppression in society.