Les Vas a Pagar

Chabelos' song "Les Vas a Pagar" offers a satirical and critical perspective on the tax system in Peru, specifically targeting SUNAT, the National Superintendency of Tax Administration. The lyrics reflect the frustration and irony felt by many citizens who see their hard-earned money being taken away in taxes, only to be mismanaged or embezzled by corrupt officials. The repetitive chant of "sunat sunat" underscores the omnipresence and inescapability of the tax authority in the lives of ordinary people.

The song juxtaposes the experiences of small business owners and large corporations, highlighting the perceived unfairness in the system. While small businesses like "la bodeguita del chino" face closure for failing to meet tax obligations, larger enterprises seem to get away with delaying payments. This disparity is a common grievance among taxpayers who feel that the system is rigged against the little guy. The line "A empresas grandes su pago retrasaras" versus "La bodeguita del chino cerrada está" poignantly captures this sentiment.

Moreover, the song delves into the futility and cynicism surrounding tax payments. Despite the promise of progress and a better country, the reality often falls short. The lyrics suggest that the collected taxes are frequently misappropriated, as seen in the lines "Para que alguien luego se la tire y ya" and "Para que alguien luego se la robe y ya." This reflects a deep-seated mistrust in the government and its ability to use tax revenue effectively. The song's tone, while humorous, carries a serious message about the need for transparency and fairness in the tax system.