ETA, deja alguna discoteca

Lendakaris Muertos, a punk rock band from Spain, is known for their satirical and often politically charged lyrics. In their song 'ETA, deja alguna discoteca,' they address the Basque separatist group ETA with a mix of humor and social commentary. The song's title translates to 'ETA, leave some nightclubs,' setting the tone for a critique of both political extremism and societal hedonism.

The lyrics highlight a disconnect between the political aspirations of ETA and the desires of the general populace. The term 'bakala' refers to a subculture associated with electronic dance music and nightlife. By stating that 'al bakala se la suda la independencia' (the bakala doesn't care about independence) and 'al bakala se la suda el estado opresor' (the bakala doesn't care about the oppressive state), the band underscores the apathy of this group towards political struggles. Instead, the song suggests that people are more interested in immediate pleasures like drugs, alcohol, and sex.

The chorus, 'El pueblo quiere drogas, el pueblo quiere alcohol, el pueblo quiere sexo, sin pagar mucho mejor' (The people want drugs, the people want alcohol, the people want sex, preferably without paying), further emphasizes this point. The repetition of these desires serves as a stark contrast to the lofty goals of political movements. By pleading 'ETA, deja alguna discoteca' (ETA, leave some nightclubs), Lendakaris Muertos humorously implores the group to spare the places where people seek escapism and enjoyment, highlighting the absurdity of violent political actions in the face of everyday human desires.

The song is a clever critique of both political extremism and societal priorities, using humor and satire to make a poignant statement about what people truly value in their daily lives.