En el corredor

Los Muertos de Cristo's song "En el corredor" is a poignant and powerful narrative that delves into the harrowing experience of a person on death row. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of despair, isolation, and the crushing weight of an unjust society. The opening lines, "En el valle de la muerte, vivo en cautividad," set the tone for the song, highlighting the protagonist's sense of entrapment and impending doom. This valley of death is not just a physical place but a metaphor for the emotional and psychological torment faced by those condemned by society.

The song's narrative reveals the protagonist's backstory, describing a transformation from an innocent child in a marginalized neighborhood to a criminal shaped by societal neglect. The lines "yo era un niño inocente, de un barrio pobre y marginal, y ahora soy un delincuente, me educó la sociedad" underscore the theme of societal failure and the cyclical nature of poverty and crime. The repeated refrain, "Carne y más carne, para el asador," serves as a grim reminder of the dehumanization and commodification of those on death row, reducing them to mere flesh awaiting execution.

The song also calls for resistance and liberation, with lines like "Abajo los muros, de la represión, revienten las rejas, de la marginación." This plea for breaking down the walls of repression and marginalization reflects a broader critique of systemic injustice and a desire for freedom and dignity. The final lines, "que truene sobre el mundo, la voz de los sin voz," emphasize the importance of giving a voice to the voiceless, making the song not just a personal lament but a universal call for justice and human rights.