Tan Sometido

La Polla Records' song "Tan Sometido" delves into the oppressive nature of modern education and labor systems. The lyrics critique the societal pressure to pursue a career with a promising future, often at the expense of personal freedom and happiness. The repeated lines, "Hay que estudiar algo con porvenir" (You have to study something with a future) and "Hay que buscar algo para escapar" (You have to find something to escape), highlight the monotonous and submissive path that many are forced to follow to escape the miseries of life. This reflects a broader commentary on how society values economic security over individual fulfillment.

The song also addresses the dehumanizing aspects of the labor market. The lines, "El mercado laboral, pronto va a necesitar gente con preparación, más competitividad" (The labor market will soon need people with preparation, more competitiveness), criticize the increasing demand for highly skilled workers who are expected to conform without questioning or criticizing. The reference to universities as "criaderos de mutantes" (breeding grounds for mutants) underscores the idea that educational institutions are producing individuals who are molded to fit the needs of the market rather than fostering independent thought and creativity.

Furthermore, the song touches on the illusion of security provided by the corporate world. The lyrics, "Hoy la magia empresarial decidió tu bienestar" (Today the business magic decided your well-being) and "Un esclavo de nivel, preso de un ordenador" (A high-level slave, imprisoned by a computer), depict the modern worker as a well-compensated slave, bound by the demands of the corporate system. The repeated exhortation to study and conform, "Hay que estudiar," serves as a grim reminder of the relentless cycle of submission and adaptation that defines contemporary life. La Polla Records uses this song to challenge listeners to reflect on the true cost of societal expectations and the loss of personal freedom in the pursuit of economic stability.