Desmontemos Esta Farsa

La Pestilencia's song "Desmontemos Esta Farsa" is a powerful critique of political corruption and social injustice in Colombia. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the disillusionment and frustration felt by the common people towards their leaders. The song opens with a scathing indictment of political candidates who spend exorbitant amounts of money on campaigns while the populace suffers and dies unnoticed. This stark contrast highlights the hypocrisy and moral bankruptcy of those in power, who prioritize their political ambitions over the well-being of their constituents.

The song continues to describe the plight of the working class, who are coerced into voting for these deceitful politicians. The workers' voices are silenced, and they are left to toil in endless cycles of exploitation. The repeated phrase "Desmontemos esta farsa" (Let's dismantle this farce) serves as a rallying cry for the people to rise up against the systemic lies and manipulation. The lyrics emphasize that despite the promises made by these so-called leaders, the people remain hungry and oppressed.

In the final verses, the song addresses the broader consequences of this political farce. Once in power, these politicians forget the people who elected them, imposing higher taxes and isolating themselves from the public. The reference to Colombia as a "tierra de locos" (land of madmen) and an "inmoral" (immoral) country underscores the deep-seated issues of corruption and moral decay. The song ends with a grim warning that this path will lead to the country's destruction unless the people take action to dismantle the farce.