Triunfo Agrario

Mercedes Sosa's song "Triunfo Agrario" is a poignant reflection on the struggles and hopes of agrarian life. The lyrics speak to the pain and hardship faced by farmers and laborers, particularly in the context of latifundios, large estates that often exploit workers. The opening lines, "Este es un triunfo madre / Pero sin triunfo / Nos duele hasta los huesos / El latifundio," convey a sense of hollow victory, where the triumph is overshadowed by the ongoing suffering and exploitation. This sets the tone for a song that is both a lament and a call to action.

The song also touches on themes of legacy and continuity. The lines "Esta es la tierra padre / Que vos pisabas / Todavia mi canto / No la rescata" highlight the connection to the land that has been passed down through generations, yet remains unredeemed by the singer's efforts. This sense of inherited struggle is a powerful reminder of the enduring nature of these issues. The repeated question, "Y cuando sera el dia / Pregunto cuando," underscores the longing for a day when justice and prosperity will finally come to the disenfranchised farmers.

However, the song is not without hope. The latter part of the lyrics shifts to a more optimistic tone, celebrating the potential for change and renewal. "Este es un triunfo madre / Del nuevo tiempo / De estar bajo la tierra / Rompio el silencio" suggests a breaking of silence and a new era of growth and joy. The imagery of life rising from the soil, "Sube la vida arriba / Hasta la espiga," symbolizes the potential for a fertile and just future. The call to "dar vuelta el viento / Como la taba" serves as a rallying cry for transformative change, emphasizing that true change requires a complete overhaul of the existing system.