La Ultima Orden Del Ondeado

The song 'La Ultima Orden Del Ondeado' by Los Buchones De Culiacan is a narrative corrido, a genre deeply rooted in Mexican culture, often telling stories of real-life events, particularly those related to the lives of people involved in the drug trade. The lyrics depict the last stand of a man known as 'El Ondeado,' which can be translated to 'The Waved' or 'The Unsteady,' a nickname that suggests a volatile or unpredictable character. The song's protagonist is believed to be Manuel Torres Felix, also known as 'El M1,' a high-ranking member of the Sinaloa Cartel who was killed in a shootout with the Mexican army.

The lyrics describe a confrontation where 'El Ondeado' faces his enemies with courage, using a Barrett rifle, a symbol of power and resistance. He acknowledges his end ('Me despido cambio y fuera') and leaves his final mark ('Les dejo la ultima huella'). The song portrays him as a fearless leader ('fui grande entre los grandes') and gives his last order to his men not to falter ('Plebada no se acobarden'). The narrative conveys a sense of pride and defiance, as he claims to have also taken down his adversaries ('tambien revente uniformes').

The song's tone is one of respect and honor for the fallen, as it recounts his final moments with a sense of dignity. It also serves as a farewell to his brother Javier and his beloved ranch, 'Los Llanos.' The corrido ends with the protagonist accepting his fate, stating that he wanted to die fighting ('peleando morir yo quise'). This song is a reflection of the glorification of narco culture in certain parts of Mexico, where drug traffickers are often romanticized as heroes or rebels against the establishment.