Hombres de Respeto

La Polla Records' song 'Hombres de Respeto' is a scathing critique of the intertwined relationship between war, capitalism, and media manipulation. The lyrics paint a grim picture of how powerful entities orchestrate conflicts to serve their economic interests. The opening lines discuss the urgency to utilize expiring weapons, highlighting the commodification of war. The phrase '¡Cambia el escaparate!' (Change the display window!) suggests a need to rebrand or market these weapons, emphasizing the business-like approach to warfare.

The song then shifts focus to the role of the media, urging them to 'cook it, stir it, invent something, and wrap it up,' indicating how news outlets are manipulated to justify and promote wars. The line 'la guerra debe comenzar' (the war must begin) underscores the inevitability of conflict in this system. The lyrics further delve into the motivations behind these wars, stating that 'freedom thirsts for blood, and the homeland hungers for money,' revealing a cynical view that wars are fought not for noble causes but for financial gain and control.

The song also criticizes the neoliberal economic system, referring to it as 'neo-nazi liberal,' and condemns the perpetual state of conflict it creates. The lyrics mention various global conflicts, from Warsaw to Palestine, Iraq, Congo, and Afghanistan, illustrating the widespread and ongoing nature of these wars. The indifference to human suffering is starkly portrayed with lines like 'the dead do not matter, and they are not even human if the stock market rises.' This powerful message calls out the dehumanization and exploitation inherent in the current global order, making 'Hombres de Respeto' a poignant and thought-provoking piece.