Que No Te Haga Bobo Jacobo

Molotov's song 'Que No Te Haga Bobo Jacobo' is a scathing critique of media manipulation and corruption, specifically targeting Jacobo Zabludovsky, a prominent Mexican journalist known for his work with Televisa. The lyrics are a direct attack on how media can be used to distort the truth, misinform the public, and serve the interests of the powerful rather than the people. The song's aggressive tone and explicit language underscore the band's frustration and anger towards the media's role in perpetuating ignorance and deceit.

The song opens by addressing the widespread suffering and hunger experienced by the population, hinting at systemic issues that affect everyone, regardless of their social status. Molotov accuses the media, particularly Jacobo, of being complicit in these issues by spreading lies and manipulating information. The lyrics suggest that Jacobo receives bribes from influential figures like Carlos Salinas, a former Mexican president, to broadcast misleading information and suppress the truth. This portrayal of Jacobo as a 'mal informante' (bad informant) highlights the band's view of him as a traitor to the public trust.

Throughout the song, Molotov uses vivid imagery and metaphors to depict Jacobo as a puppet of the powerful, altering news reports and ignoring significant events like guerrilla movements and frauds. The repeated refrain 'Que no te haga bobo Jacobo' (Don't let Jacobo make a fool of you) serves as a rallying cry for listeners to be critical of the information they receive and to seek the truth beyond what is presented by mainstream media. The song's message is clear: media literacy and skepticism are essential in a world where information can be easily manipulated for personal or political gain.