La Nota Roja

Los Huracanes del Norte's song 'La Nota Roja' paints a vivid and intense picture of a chaotic night filled with violence, danger, and survival. The lyrics describe a scene in Los Mochis where gunfire and shattered glass dominate the atmosphere, creating a sense of immediate danger and high stakes. The phrase 'a puro cuerno quemado' (pure burnt horn) metaphorically conveys the intensity and ferocity of the gunfire, while the 'vidrios de los coches' (car windows) shattering into pieces adds to the chaotic imagery. This setting is further intensified by the sounds of screeching tires and roaring engines, symbolizing the adrenaline-fueled escape attempts and the looming presence of death counting the fallen men.

The narrative then shifts to a small plane, a Cessna 206, carrying two traffickers from Cuernavaca, Morelos. The plane's struggle, described as 'parecía que traía al diablo' (it seemed to carry the devil), highlights the desperation and danger faced by those involved in the drug trade. The plane's fuel running low forces an emergency landing in the Sierra of Durango, where communication in code and the presence of fellow traffickers underscore the organized and clandestine nature of their operations. This part of the song emphasizes the constant peril and the need for quick thinking and resourcefulness in the world of drug trafficking.

The song concludes with a reference to 'la nota roja,' a term used in Mexican journalism for sensationalist crime reporting. The news reports on the dead and injured but omits the fate of those who disappeared into the night, protected by the darkness. This omission reflects the often incomplete and selective nature of crime reporting, leaving the true extent of the night's events shrouded in mystery. 'La Nota Roja' by Los Huracanes del Norte is a gripping narrative that delves into the violent and perilous world of drug trafficking, highlighting themes of survival, danger, and the elusive nature of truth in crime reporting.