El Informe Forense

Melendi's song 'El Informe Forense' is a poignant and harrowing narrative that delves into the dark realities of sexual violence and the systemic failures that often accompany such cases. The lyrics tell the story of a woman who fought with all her might against a brutal assailant, only to be met with disbelief and injustice. The song paints a vivid picture of her struggle, describing her attacker as a devil cloaked in suffering and shamelessness, complicit in the silence that surrounds such crimes.

The forensic report, which should have been a beacon of truth and justice, instead becomes a symbol of the system's failure. It states that there was no evidence of rape, no proof that the man had lowered her pants, and closes the investigation due to the presence of needle marks on her arm, suggesting that her death was caused by heroin ('el caballo'). This dismissal of her suffering and the reduction of her life to mere drug addiction highlights the deep-seated issues within the judicial system, where victims are often not believed or are blamed for their own victimization.

The song also explores the perpetrator's twisted confession, where he admits to the crime but justifies his actions by claiming he was under the influence of drugs. His defense is based on the notion that he did not prolong her suffering, as he killed her quickly. This chilling admission, coupled with his insincere apology, underscores the lack of accountability and the ease with which such heinous acts can be dismissed. Melendi's 'El Informe Forense' is a powerful critique of the societal and legal structures that fail to protect the most vulnerable, leaving them to suffer in silence and injustice.