Morir

Callejeros' song 'Morir' delves into the complex and often dark themes of mortality, societal corruption, and the human condition. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with their fate, reading their future in old leaves and feeling their mind split by the sun. This imagery suggests a sense of inevitability and the harsh realities of life. The line 'El negro es muy blanco en mi ciego destino' (The black is very white in my blind destiny) hints at the paradoxes and uncertainties that define human existence.

The song also critiques societal structures and the people who exploit them. The 'ratas que estafan y zafan' (rats that scam and get away) are a metaphor for corrupt individuals who escape justice and ultimately bless their own miseries. This critique extends to the idea of false paradises and the empty promises of those in power. The lyrics suggest that these individuals believe they will be rewarded for their deceit, but this is a hollow expectation.

In the chorus, the desire to 'morir de cara al sol' (die facing the sun) symbolizes a wish to confront death with courage and dignity. This is contrasted with the ignorance of those who live contentedly without realizing that change is possible. The song ends with a powerful statement about the complicity of ordinary citizens in oppressive regimes, highlighting how fear and a desire for security can lead people to support dictatorships. Callejeros uses 'Morir' to challenge listeners to reflect on their own lives, the societal structures they support, and the way they face their own mortality.