Demasiado

Kapanga's song 'Demasiado' is a powerful commentary on societal and political issues, wrapped in a raw and gritty lyrical narrative. The song opens with vivid imagery of dirty trucks and old prostitutes, setting a bleak and desolate scene. This imagery serves as a metaphor for the decay and corruption that permeate society. The mention of the sun taking longer to rise and the act of smoking while waiting suggests a sense of hopelessness and stagnation, as if the world is stuck in a cycle of despair.

The lyrics then shift to a more direct critique of power structures, with references to diseases invented by a 'king of death' who has the law in his pocket. This 'king' symbolizes corrupt leaders who manipulate systems for their gain, leaving the common people to suffer. The line 'Impunidad, la cura eterna' (Impunity, the eternal cure) underscores the frustration with the lack of accountability for those in power. The song paints a picture of a world where the powerful are untouchable, and the masses are left to deal with the consequences.

The chorus brings the emotional weight of the song to the forefront, describing the pain and suffering inflicted on the people. The phrase 'Te estás morfando la basura del que manda' (You're eating the garbage of the one in charge) is a stark depiction of how the actions of the powerful trickle down to affect everyone else. The repeated mention of pain biting at the soul and the world crushing down on people highlights the overwhelming nature of these issues. The song ends on a note of resignation, with the acknowledgment that the world will continue to oppress, and people are left as mere spectators to their own suffering.