Las Diabluras

The song "Las Diabluras" by Jorge Velosa is a playful and humorous narrative that uses the metaphor of devils to explore themes of conflict and mischief in relationships. The lyrics tell a story of a devil falling into the water, being helped out by another, and a series of accusations and altercations that follow between the male devil and his female counterpart, referred to as 'la diabla.' The use of 'diablo' and 'diabla' in Spanish refers to a devil and a she-devil, respectively, and is often used colloquially to describe someone who is mischievous or troublesome.

The song's humor is evident in the repeated question, '¿Qué diablos pasó?' which is a play on words meaning 'What the devil happened?' but also 'What happened?' in a more literal sense. The back-and-forth between the male and female devils is representative of the misunderstandings and quarrels that can occur in relationships, with each party blaming the other and refusing to take responsibility. The physical scuffle that ensues, involving tail-stepping and retaliatory bites and hits, is an exaggerated depiction of domestic spats.

Jorge Velosa is known for his work in Colombian folk music, particularly the genre known as Carranga, which is characterized by its rural themes and use of traditional instruments. The playful nature of the song and its storytelling aspect are typical of Velosa's style, which often includes humor and social commentary. "Las Diabluras" can be seen as a light-hearted commentary on the dynamics of relationships, using the metaphor of devils to illustrate the sometimes petty and devilish behavior of people in love.