Grito del Silencio II

Los Muertos de Cristo's song "Grito del Silencio II" is a powerful and poignant critique of the prison system and the broader societal injustices that it reflects. The lyrics paint a harrowing picture of the dehumanizing conditions faced by prisoners, emphasizing the loss of youth and dignity. The opening lines, "Veo pasar el tiempo, Que arranca mi juventud," set the tone for the song, highlighting the passage of time and the stolen youth of those incarcerated. The metaphor of a concrete coffin, "De hormigon es mi ataud," underscores the sense of entrapment and hopelessness experienced by the prisoners.

The song delves into the brutal treatment of inmates, describing physical abuse and torture. The lines "En la celda de castigo, Me golpea un animal" and "Electrodos rompen mi cuerpo" vividly depict the violence and suffering endured by the prisoners. This imagery serves to criticize the prison guards, referred to as "Funcionario de prisiones," who are portrayed as loyal dogs guarding the keys to hell. The song contrasts the hellish experience of the poor with the paradise of the rich, suggesting that the prison system is a tool of economic and social oppression.

Furthermore, the song critiques the so-called civilized system that imprisons people for its own errors, as highlighted in the lines "Vivimos en un sistema, Al que llaman civilizado, Que condena sus errores, En jaulas para humanos." The hypocrisy of democratic leaders who condemn terrorism while ignoring human rights abuses is also called out. The repeated refrain, "Vemos pasar el tiempo, Que arranca la juventud," serves as a haunting reminder of the countless lives wasted behind bars. The song ultimately calls for awareness and change, urging listeners to recognize that they too could become victims of this unjust system.