Máquina

Cuchillazo's song 'Máquina' delves into the overwhelming and often dehumanizing nature of modern life, portraying it as a relentless machine. The lyrics describe a machine that provides for basic needs, such as food and clothing, but also controls and manipulates individuals, making them feel good while simultaneously causing harm. This duality is evident in lines like 'Yo soy la máquina que te dá de comer / Que te viste que te peina que te hace sentir bien,' which highlight the machine's role in both nurturing and controlling people.

The song also touches on the monotony and demands of daily life, with the machine being described as a 'monstro' that takes people to work, pampers them, and ultimately makes them sick. This imagery suggests a cycle of dependency and exploitation, where individuals are trapped in a system that both sustains and drains them. The repeated question, 'Y ahora tu que vas hacer / Acaso vas a responder,' challenges listeners to reflect on their own roles within this system and consider whether they will take action or remain passive.

Furthermore, 'Máquina' addresses the pervasive influence of media and consumer culture, as seen in the lines 'Yo soy la música que tienes que escuchar / Que consumes y fabricas desde abajo y para atrás.' This highlights how people are both consumers and producers within a system that dictates their tastes and behaviors. The song's overall message is a critique of how modern life, driven by technology and consumerism, can strip away individuality and autonomy, leaving people to question their place and purpose within this 'machine.'