Oir La Voz
Fausto & Banda Cuenco
The Power of Music and Revolution in 'Oir La Voz'
In 'Oir La Voz,' Fausto & Banda Cuenco deliver a powerful message about the importance of individual choice and the transformative power of music. The song opens with the image of someone sitting in a chair, detached from the world and making decisions that affect everyone. This figure represents those in power who dictate the course of society without truly understanding or experiencing the lives of ordinary people. The narrator rejects this imposed direction, asserting that their life is their own and must be lived in the present moment, not according to someone else's plan.
The lyrics then shift to a more hopeful tone, suggesting that a 'pacific heat' will bring forth a voice that heralds the best kind of revolution. This revolution is not one of violence or extreme polarity but one that comes through the power of song. Music is portrayed as a unifying force that can challenge and subvert the perversions of those in power. The narrator believes that as long as there are dreams, there will be songs that float in eternity, offering hope and resistance against oppression.
The final lines of the song emphasize the unsustainable nature of a society built on the sweat and labor of the people for the comfort of the few. The narrator implies that such a system cannot last, and the true voice of the people will eventually rise. 'Oir La Voz' is a call to listen to this voice, to recognize the power of collective dreams and the enduring strength of music as a tool for change and liberation.