EL séptimo de Michigan

La Polla Records' song "EL séptimo de Michigan" is a powerful critique of capitalism, imperialism, and the intertwining of economic and military power. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world where powerful entities, referred to as 'pigs,' gather every morning to make decisions that affect entire nations and people's lives. The phrase 'vendemos países y compramos almas' (we sell countries and buy souls) underscores the dehumanizing nature of these transactions, where human lives and national sovereignties are mere commodities in the global market.

The recurring line '¿Va mal el negocio? ¡La caballería!' (Is the business going bad? The cavalry!) highlights the use of military force to protect economic interests. This metaphorical 'cavalry' represents the military interventions often employed by powerful nations to maintain control over resources and markets, ensuring that their economic dominance remains unchallenged. The song's reference to 'mi petróleo nunca podréis nacionalizar' (you will never be able to nationalize my oil) further emphasizes the lengths to which these powers will go to prevent local or national control over valuable resources.

The mention of the New York Stock Exchange ('La bolsa de Nueva York') as a controlling force in this 'mogollón' (mess) points to the central role of financial markets in perpetuating this system. The line 'A la mayor gloria de Dios' (To the greater glory of God) adds a layer of irony, suggesting that these actions are often justified under the guise of higher moral or religious purposes, despite their exploitative nature. Through its raw and direct lyrics, La Polla Records delivers a scathing indictment of the global capitalist system and its reliance on both economic and military power to sustain itself.