La Raba

Envidia Kotxina's song 'La Raba' is a powerful anthem of rebellion and a critique of societal norms. The lyrics reflect a deep disillusionment with the conventional path laid out for individuals, emphasizing the transient nature of friendships and the uncertainty of the future. The opening lines, 'Te dijeron que el camino se va haciendo al caminar / Aunque en el quedan amigos que nunca más volverán,' suggest that life is a journey where people come and go, and the future is not something to be overly concerned with. This sets the tone for a song that questions the value of conforming to societal expectations.

The chorus, 'Y nacemos, crecemos, algunos jodemos y otros van detrás / Y reímos, lloramos, algunos soñamos con la libertad,' captures the essence of human experience—birth, growth, joy, sorrow, and the universal longing for freedom. This longing for freedom is a recurring theme in the song, highlighting the desire to break free from societal constraints and live authentically. The lyrics also touch on the idea of encoded brains, 'He mirado y he encontrado cerebros codificados,' which can be interpreted as a metaphor for people who are conditioned to follow the status quo without questioning it.

The song's rebellious spirit is further emphasized in lines like 'Yo me niego a ser ganado y por ladrones manejado / Un borrego más,' where the narrator refuses to be manipulated by those in power, likening themselves to sheep being led to slaughter. This defiance is a call to action for listeners to think independently and resist being controlled. The closing lines, 'Que les jodan por el culo, no me fio de ninguno,' are a blunt rejection of trust in authority figures, reinforcing the song's overall message of skepticism and the pursuit of personal freedom.