Aerolinea Carrillo

The song "Aerolinea Carrillo" by Gerardo Ortiz is a narrative corrido, a genre of Mexican music that often tells stories of real-life events, particularly those related to the exploits of figures in the drug trade. The lyrics describe the operations of Amado Carrillo Fuentes, a notorious Mexican drug lord known as 'El Señor de Los Cielos' (The Lord of the Skies) due to his pioneering use of commercial aircraft to transport drugs.

The song details how Carrillo cleverly evaded radar detection by smuggling cocaine on commercial flights, a method that proved to be highly effective and lucrative. It also touches on his business acumen, mentioning his dealings with various international partners, including Russians, Asians, Colombians, and Italians. The lyrics paint a picture of Carrillo as a respected and feared figure in the drug world, someone who earned the respect of even Pablo Escobar, another infamous drug lord.

The song concludes with musings on Carrillo's death, questioning whether he truly died or if he lives on as a legend. This reflects the mythic status that figures like Carrillo achieve in certain circles, where their lives and deaths are often shrouded in mystery and speculation. The reference to the 727 aircraft symbolizes Carrillo's reach and the extent of his drug trafficking empire, suggesting that his influence may still be felt today.