Rata

Candy 66's song 'Rata' delves deep into themes of identity, self-destruction, and the struggle to maintain one's true self amidst external pressures and internal conflicts. The repeated phrase 'soy el mismo de ayer' (I am the same as yesterday) underscores a desperate assertion of unchanged identity, despite the turmoil and changes the protagonist is experiencing. This insistence on being the same person highlights a resistance to change and a clinging to a past self that may no longer be relevant or true.

The lyrics also explore the consequences of one's actions and the difficulty of maintaining authenticity. Lines like 'ya no es tan fácil tener estilo' (it's no longer easy to have style) and 'ya no te atreves a ser el mismo' (you no longer dare to be the same) suggest a loss of confidence and a struggle to keep up with societal expectations. The protagonist is depicted as someone who has fallen from grace, unable to maintain the facade they once upheld. This fall from grace is further emphasized by the line 'no te gusta que te vean caer' (you don't like to be seen falling), indicating a fear of vulnerability and judgment.

The song also addresses the idea of self-sabotage and internal conflict. The term 'Rata' (rat) is used metaphorically to describe someone who is their own worst enemy, creating their own problems and controversies. The lyrics 'tu ser - tu propio enemigo' (your being - your own enemy) encapsulate this notion of self-destruction. The protagonist is caught in a cycle of creating and dealing with their own issues, unable to break free from their destructive patterns. This internal battle is a central theme of the song, highlighting the difficulty of overcoming one's own flaws and the impact of these flaws on one's identity and life.