Viajando En Una Nuve (part. Pipo Ti)
C-Kan
The High Life: C-Kan's Ode to Marijuana
C-Kan's song "Viajando En Una Nuve (feat. Pipo Ti)" is a vivid portrayal of the artist's relationship with marijuana. The lyrics describe the process of preparing and consuming cannabis, as well as the sensations and experiences associated with being under its influence. The song's title, which translates to 'Traveling on a Cloud,' metaphorically represents the euphoric and floating sensation that C-Kan associates with smoking marijuana. The repeated chorus emphasizes the idea of being enveloped in a cloud of smoke, which is a common imagery used to describe the act of smoking cannabis.
Throughout the song, C-Kan also touches on the social and legal aspects of marijuana use. He contrasts the naturalness of marijuana with the harmful effects of legal vices like alcohol, suggesting a preference for the former due to its perceived benefits and the peaceful state of mind it provides. The artist also makes a religious reference to 'María' (Mary), playing on the Spanish name for marijuana, 'María Juana,' and the Catholic prayer 'Hail Mary,' to highlight the sanctity he attributes to the plant. This clever wordplay shows C-Kan's reverence for marijuana and his view of it as a positive influence in his life.
The song also contains a critique of law enforcement and the government's stance on marijuana, suggesting that the authorities are more harmful than the drug itself. C-Kan imagines a world where the roles are reversed, with the government being restricted and the people freely enjoying marijuana. This reflects a desire for a change in societal attitudes towards cannabis, advocating for its acceptance and legalization. The song ends with a call to cultivate marijuana, indicating C-Kan's support for the growth and personal use of the plant.