Diferencias

Cadena Perpetua's song 'Diferencias' is a powerful anthem that calls for societal and political change. The lyrics urge listeners to look forward and seek a new path, emphasizing the need to break away from the oppressive forces of imperialism. The song highlights the urgency of change, with repeated calls to action: 'Llegó la hora de cambiar.. ¡¡¡ Hay que cambiar !!!' (The time has come to change.. We must change!!!). This refrain underscores the band's message that transformation is not just necessary but imminent.

The song also addresses the global power dynamics and the exploitation of marginalized groups. It points out how Latin Americans are often ignored and associated with terrorism, a reflection of the prejudices and injustices they face. The lyrics criticize the use of power as a justification for violence, noting that the innocent are always the ones who suffer. This critique is encapsulated in the lines, 'Y el poder es la razón de siempre / Pero el que muere siempre es inocente' (And power is always the reason / But the one who dies is always innocent).

'Diferencias' also speaks to the equality of all people, rejecting the notion that anyone is inherently better or worse than another. The song warns against allowing those in power to exploit and manipulate others for their gain, as seen in the lines, 'Nos usan como bombas o como escudos humanos / ¿Por qué con tanta sangre nunca se ensucian las manos?' (They use us as bombs or human shields / Why do they never get their hands dirty with so much blood?). This powerful imagery serves to highlight the hypocrisy and brutality of those who wield power without facing the consequences. Ultimately, 'Diferencias' is a rallying cry for unity, justice, and the dismantling of oppressive systems.