Violentada

Masacre's song 'Violentada' is a raw and powerful commentary on the socio-political turmoil in Colombia. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a country plagued by violence, corruption, and injustice. The opening lines set the tone, describing a land where nightmares and bitter memories are a daily reality. The mention of Colombia as a place of coffee and coca juxtaposes its natural beauty and agricultural wealth with the dark underbelly of guerrilla warfare, crime, and systemic injustice.

The chorus, repeating the word 'violentada' (violated), underscores the pervasive sense of violation felt by the people. This violation is not just physical but also moral and existential. The song laments the inherited legacy of violence and the seemingly endless cycle of revenge and cruelty. The lyrics suggest that peace is unattainable in a land where hunger and poverty reign, and where past decades have only bequeathed the most fearsome war.

Masacre's 'Violentada' also delves into the personal and collective suffering of Colombians. The imagery of fertile green lands tainted with the red seeds of death is particularly striking. The song speaks to the despair of those born into conflict, living amidst landmines, explosions, and the cries of despair from farmers, indigenous people, and laborers. The repeated lines about the truth being violated, the reason for existence being violated, and life and freedom being violated, drive home the message that every aspect of life in Colombia is marred by violence and suffering. This song is a poignant reflection on the harsh realities faced by a nation in turmoil, and a call to acknowledge and address these deep-seated issues.