En Londres

The song 'En Londres' by La Polla Records is a satirical piece that critiques the tendency of people to blindly follow trends and events happening in influential cities like London. The lyrics, delivered with a sarcastic tone, suggest that whatever happens in London, people elsewhere feel compelled to mimic or be overly concerned with, despite the local context or relevance. The mention of the BBC, known for its global news coverage, sets the stage for this commentary on cultural imperialism and the influence of media on public opinion.

The comparison between the British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and the local figure Ardanza highlights the imitation of political trends. The song implies that people are more concerned with emulating what's happening abroad rather than focusing on their own regional issues. The reference to malfunctioning telephones and the anxious response of asking what Londoners are doing at that moment further illustrates the obsession with foreign affairs. The imagery of 'cabecitas de pájaro' (bird heads) suggests a lack of independent thought, and the 'pajas en el suelo' (masturbation on the ground) metaphorically represents a wasted, self-indulgent preoccupation with distant matters.

La Polla Records, known for their punk rock style and politically charged lyrics, use this song to mock the superficiality of cultural imitation and the abandonment of local identity. The repeated question, '¿Qué hacen ahora en Londres?' (What are they doing now in London?), serves as a refrain that underscores the absurdity of the situation. The song is a call to resist cultural homogenization and to value local uniqueness over global trends.