Stranger Danger

Indio Solari's song 'Stranger Danger' delves into the pervasive and insidious nature of deceit and corruption. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world where a 'siniestro ladrón' (sinister thief) roams freely, symbolizing the omnipresent and global reach of deception. This figure is not just a common thief but a 'predicador itinerante' (itinerant preacher), suggesting that deceit is being spread like a gospel, accepted and even honored by society, as indicated by the line 'Te recibimos con honores de virrey' (We receive you with viceroy honors).

The song's tone is both mocking and critical, as seen in lines like 'Divertido sos! Como un toque de queda sos!' (You are fun! Like a curfew you are!). This juxtaposition of humor and severity underscores the absurdity and danger of the situation. The thief takes everything valuable, leaving the protagonist and society at large vulnerable and fearful. The mention of 'mis enemigos me van a asustar' (my enemies will scare me) when they start making sense highlights the disorienting effect of widespread deceit, where even adversaries begin to seem reasonable in a world turned upside down.

Solari also touches on the complicity of those in power, with 'todos los ministros cómplices' (all the complicit ministers) and the 'poder de mentir por los satélites' (power to lie through satellites). This suggests a critique of modern media and political systems that perpetuate falsehoods. The imagery of 'babas burbujeantes' (bubbling drool) evokes a sense of grotesque indulgence in these lies. The song concludes with a personal note of betrayal and exploitation, as the protagonist feels used and discarded, encapsulated in the line '¿Pueden encerar el piso con mi culo?' (Can they wax the floor with my ass?). This raw and visceral language drives home the personal and societal impact of deceit and corruption.