Críticos

La Polla Records, a seminal punk rock band from Spain, uses their song 'Críticos' to deliver a scathing critique of critics and their perceived power. The lyrics are a direct confrontation, calling out critics who sit comfortably in their seats, passing judgment on others without truly engaging with the world. The band challenges these critics to step out of their comfort zones and experience life firsthand, rather than merely consuming and commenting on it from a distance.

The song portrays critics as self-appointed deities who do not merely offer opinions but rather dispense blessings or curses based on their whims. This metaphor highlights the disproportionate influence critics can wield, often affecting the careers and lives of those they review. The imagery of critics launching 'serpents' when they are in a bad mood underscores the arbitrary and sometimes malicious nature of their power. The line 'tuyo es el poder, tuyo es el espacio en el papel' (yours is the power, yours is the space in the paper) emphasizes the control critics have over public perception and discourse.

La Polla Records also takes a jab at mainstream media, specifically mentioning 'Los cuarenta principales,' a popular Spanish music chart. By targeting this institution, the band underscores their disdain for the commercialization and commodification of music. The sarcastic desire to 'marry' the critic because they are 'rotten' further amplifies the band's contempt for the superficial and corrupt nature of the critical establishment. Through 'Críticos,' La Polla Records not only criticizes the critics but also calls for a more authentic and engaged approach to art and life.