Aquí No Pasa Nada

Caifanes' song 'Aquí No Pasa Nada' is a poignant critique of societal complacency and the illusion of peace. The lyrics paint a picture of a society that appears calm and orderly on the surface but is deeply flawed and repressed underneath. The opening lines, 'Éramos todos de papel / Liso y blanco / Sin doblar,' suggest a sense of purity and potential, but also fragility and uniformity. This imagery sets the stage for the song's exploration of how people are molded to fit into a conformist society.

The recurring line, 'Hace tiempo me dijeron / Que aquí no pasa nada,' serves as a chilling reminder of the lies people are told to maintain the status quo. The phrase 'Que esta tierra es de ciegos / Y que el tuerto está en el cielo' metaphorically describes a society where people are blind to the truth, and those who can see ('el tuerto') are elevated to a position of control, ensuring that nothing changes. This creates a sense of helplessness and frustration, as people are conditioned to accept their circumstances without question.

The song also touches on the internal conflict experienced by individuals within this repressive environment. Lines like 'Somos sumisos y obedientes / Con ganas de gritar / Con ganas de matar' reveal a deep-seated desire for rebellion and change, yet this desire is stifled by societal norms and education that promote dishonesty and compliance. The repetition of 'Para que no le pase nada' underscores the lengths to which the system goes to preserve its facade of tranquility, even at the cost of truth and justice.

'Aquí No Pasa Nada' is a powerful commentary on the dangers of complacency and the importance of questioning the narratives that shape our lives. It challenges listeners to look beyond the surface and recognize the underlying issues that need to be addressed for true progress to occur.