Puro

C.R.O's song 'Puro' delves deep into the gritty and unfiltered reality of street life. The repeated phrase 'Pure gang' serves as a mantra, emphasizing the authenticity and rawness of the experiences described. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a life intertwined with the neighborhood, where the bonds with friends and family are strong, but so are the challenges and dangers. The imagery of 'cordones desatados' (untied shoelaces) and 'los ojos achinados' (slanted eyes) suggests a state of readiness and alertness, possibly hinting at the constant vigilance required in such an environment.

The song's narrative is steeped in the daily struggles and the harsh realities of living in a tough neighborhood. C.R.O talks about sharing meals with family, spending money on brands and food, and the ever-present influence of drugs and alcohol. The line 'el barrio está llorando, otra vez volvió a pasar' (the neighborhood is crying, it happened again) highlights the recurring cycle of violence and loss that plagues the community. This sense of inevitability and entrapment is a central theme, as the artist acknowledges that despite their desires, they are 'involucrados' (involved) in this life.

C.R.O also touches on the themes of resentment and survival. The 'rencor' (resentment) and 'miseria' (misery) are growing, and the community is depicted as being fed up with the 'porquería mala' (bad crap) they have to endure. The song reflects a sense of defiance and resilience, as the artist and his peers continue to face their reality head-on. The juxtaposition of 'tan pura la buena vida que se hace mala' (so pure the good life that it becomes bad) encapsulates the paradox of their existence, where even moments of joy and success are tainted by the underlying struggles.