Grito del Silencio

Los Muertos de Cristo's song 'Grito del Silencio' is a powerful critique of societal indifference towards the plight of the working class. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world where the deaths of laborers go unnoticed and unacknowledged, contrasting sharply with the media's focus on trivial matters. The song opens with the death of a worker, not from a violent attack but from the relentless exploitation and fear of unemployment. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, highlighting the systemic neglect and dehumanization of the working class.

The chorus emphasizes the theme of silence as a form of violence. The repeated lines 'Hoy has vuelto a callar, Y son mas de mil los obreros muertos' ('Today you have remained silent again, and more than a thousand workers are dead') serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing suffering that is ignored by society. The song criticizes the lack of media coverage and public outcry for these deaths, pointing out the hypocrisy of a society that claims to value democracy while ignoring the voices of its most vulnerable members.

The song also takes aim at political leaders and the media, accusing them of being complicit in this silence. The lyrics mention the absence of condolences from the king or the president and the media's focus on trivial news, such as a sports injury, instead of the death of a worker. This critique extends to the general public, who are described as 'hypnotized' and indifferent to the suffering around them. 'Grito del Silencio' is a call to action, urging listeners to break the silence and acknowledge the cries of the oppressed.