Tenés Miedo de Llevarme Al Gallinero
La Banda Del Manya
The Fiery Passion of Football Rivalry
La Banda Del Manya's song, 'Tenés Miedo de Llevarme Al Gallinero,' is a vivid expression of the intense rivalry and passion that characterizes football culture in Uruguay. The lyrics are a chant of support for the 'carbonero,' a nickname for the fans of Club Atlético Peñarol, one of Uruguay's most popular football clubs. The repetition of 'Vamos, vamos, vamos' serves to rally the supporters, creating a sense of unity and collective energy aimed at winning the game.
The phrase 'Tenés miedo de llevarme al gallinero' is a taunt directed at the rival fans of Club Nacional de Football, Peñarol's arch-nemesis. 'Gallinero' is a derogatory term used to refer to Nacional's stadium, implying that it is a place for chickens, a common insult in football rivalries. The line 'Porque sabes que te lo vamos a quemar' translates to 'Because you know we are going to burn it down,' which is a metaphorical way of saying that Peñarol's fans are so passionate and fierce that they would dominate and overwhelm the rival's territory.
This song encapsulates the fervor and sometimes aggressive nature of football fandom in Uruguay. It reflects the deep-seated emotions and the lengths to which fans will go to support their team. The use of metaphors and local slang adds a layer of cultural richness, making the song not just a chant but a piece of the social fabric that binds the community of Peñarol supporters together.