Ya No Hay

Los Cafres' song "Ya No Hay" is a powerful critique of societal and political corruption. The lyrics express a deep sense of disillusionment and frustration with the current state of affairs, where values like respect and shame have seemingly vanished. The song opens with a call to communicate the bitterness and pain that pervades society, highlighting the lack of shame and respect that has led to a state of impunity.

The lyrics delve into the manipulation and deceit prevalent in political discourse, with messages designed to confuse and oppress the masses. The metaphor of being 'cannon fodder' in an empire that exploits cheap labor underscores the dehumanizing effects of this systemic corruption. The song questions the role of leaders, asking whether they are mere puppets or active directors of this oppressive system. The plea for leaders to stop giving away what little is left reflects a deep concern for the future and a desire for genuine care and responsibility.

The song also touches on the pervasive sense of hopelessness, as the search for something pure and hopeful amidst the 'garbage' yields nothing. The imagery of criminals passing the baton without a second thought to the families they ruin paints a grim picture of a society in moral decay. The repeated questioning of how to believe and not doubt, given the abundance of reasons to distrust, encapsulates the pervasive cynicism. The song ends on a note of impatience, lamenting that science and solutions always arrive too late to make a meaningful difference.