La Ley

Chicho Sánchez Ferlosio's song 'La Ley' delves deep into the existential fears and societal constraints that shape human experience. The lyrics open with a candid admission of living in fear—fear of death, life, and the judgment of others. This sets the stage for a broader exploration of the human condition, where the protagonist grapples with the emptiness and lack of faith, not in a divine entity or humanity, but in the very essence of existence and the courage to face life's uncertainties.

The song critiques the concept of law and justice, symbolized by the figure of the judge. Ferlosio portrays the judge as a figure bound by rituals and symbols that have lost their meaning. The repeated invocation of 'la ley' (the law) and the judge's actions—wielding the gavel, adjusting the wig, and handling the scales—highlight the performative nature of justice. The protagonist questions the legitimacy and fairness of these legal rituals, suggesting that they are mere facades that fail to address deeper truths and injustices.

Ferlosio's lyrics also touch on the internal struggle of self-identity and the desire to break free from societal and personal constraints. The repeated question, '¿Quién quitará eso?' (Who will remove this?), reflects a yearning for liberation from the forces that bind and define the individual. The song's existential undertones are further emphasized by the protagonist's acknowledgment of a loss of self and a continuous state of desire, unsure of what to want or whether to want at all. This introspective journey is a poignant commentary on the human quest for meaning and the oppressive weight of societal norms and laws.