Curtan el Mambo

The song 'Curtan el Mambo' by Gonzalo Nawel is a raw depiction of the artist's personal experiences and the harsh realities of street life. The lyrics convey a strong message of ambition, resilience, and the desire to succeed against all odds. Gonzalo Nawel, hailing from Villa, Argentina, uses his music to express the struggles faced by those growing up in tough neighborhoods, as well as their determination to rise above their circumstances.

The recurring theme in the song is the pursuit of financial success ('haciendo plata') and the importance of staying focused on positive growth ('ready pa' sumar'). Nawel emphasizes the need to support one's family, particularly one's mother, and the significance of faith and hard work in achieving one's destiny. The song also touches on the challenges of dealing with envy and the consequences of living a life of crime, as evidenced by the mention of friends who are 'privados de su libertad' (deprived of their freedom).

Nawel's lyrics also reflect a sense of community pride and a call to resist and fight against systemic oppression ('El sistema lo vamo' a corromper'). The song is a rallying cry for those who have been marginalized and a reminder that success can be achieved through perseverance and self-reliance. The artist's gritty storytelling and the cultural references to life in the villa (slums) paint a vivid picture of the environment that shaped him and many others.