Se Desgrano La Mazorca

“Se Desgrano La Mazorca” by Los Tucanes de Tijuana is a gripping narrative that delves into the dark and dangerous world of drug trafficking. The song tells the story of a drug operation gone awry, starting with the seizure of eighty kilos of drugs and half a million dollars by the DEA in San Clemente. Despite the significant loss, the leader manages to escape to Tijuana, where he is promised control of the plaza by a friend who has connections with the law. However, as time passes, the situation deteriorates, and the once-promising venture begins to crumble.

The song introduces Miguel, a brave and influential figure, who is eventually gunned down along with six others from Sinaloa. Ricardo, a close associate of Miguel, is then thrust into the leadership role, tasked with settling the debts left behind by Miguel. Ricardo's efforts to collect twenty million dollars owed to Miguel result in violent confrontations, with only two million being recovered before he is met with machine gun fire. This sequence of events symbolizes the unraveling of the corncob, a metaphor for the disintegration of their operation and the chaos that ensues.

The narrative continues with the arrest of Ricardo's brothers and a corrupt judge demanding four million dollars for their release. The accused refuse to pay, leading to the resignation of the first judge and a deal with the second judge, resulting in a twenty-five-year sentence for all involved. The song concludes with two of the brothers being released, waiting for the others. This tale of betrayal, retribution, and the harsh realities of the drug trade is a stark reminder of the high stakes and inevitable downfall that often accompany such a life.