Entre Perico Y Perico

The song 'Entre Perico Y Perico' by Exterminador delves into the life of someone caught in a cycle of substance abuse and reckless behavior. The lyrics paint a picture of a person who spends their nights drinking and using drugs, referred to as 'perico,' which is a slang term for cocaine. The protagonist seems to be struggling with the consequences of their actions, feeling as if they are alternately falling and flying, indicating the highs and lows of addiction.

The song's narrator expresses a fatalistic view towards death, stating that they would prefer to die in a plane with an 'altered engine' to feel the rush, suggesting a desire to go out with a bang rather than fade away quietly. This attitude reflects a broader theme of living on the edge and seeking intense experiences, even at the risk of one's own life. The mention of God granting 'license to see another dawn' implies a hope for redemption or at least a reprieve, despite the self-destructive path the narrator is on.

The social aspect of the character's lifestyle is also highlighted, with references to frequenting bars and receiving calls on a 'viper' in the pocket, likely a pager or phone, indicating connections to a community of others who live similarly dangerous lives. The song suggests that there is a shared understanding among those who live this way, and for those who don't, they will gradually come to realize that there is more to life than what is conventionally accepted. 'Entre Perico Y Perico' is a candid portrayal of the dark allure of a life lived on the edge, the camaraderie found within it, and the inevitable confrontation with mortality that comes with such a lifestyle.