Inocencia Perdida
Carajo
The Lost Innocence: A Dark Reflection on Modern Society
Carajo's song "Inocencia Perdida" delves into the disillusionment and moral decay of contemporary society. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world where innocence is a rare commodity, and corruption and chaos reign supreme. The opening lines, "Tan jovenes y ya de vuelta, Vuelta y vuelta gira como una ruleta," suggest a cyclical nature of life where even the young are already jaded and caught in a repetitive, destructive loop. The imagery of a "disco morbo" and a "maldición" (curse) highlights the hedonistic and cursed nature of modern existence.
The song's chorus, "Si la inocencia es sanidad, El mundo esta infectado," serves as a powerful metaphor for the loss of innocence being akin to a disease. The world is described as "infected" and the mind as "muy enferma" (very sick), indicating a deep-seated corruption that affects both society and individual mental health. This metaphor extends to the idea that the loss of innocence is not just a personal tragedy but a societal epidemic, affecting everyone and everything.
Further, the lyrics touch on themes of premature aging and wasted potential, as seen in lines like "Malgastando cartuchos, Envejeciendo pronto." The pursuit of fleeting pleasures leads to an early demise, both physically and spiritually. The song also introduces the concept of deception and hidden dangers with the line "Un lobo disfrazado, Vestido de cordero," portraying a world where malevolent forces hide behind a facade of innocence. This duality underscores the pervasive sense of mistrust and the difficulty of discerning true intentions in a morally ambiguous world.