Raza De Traidores

“Raza De Traidores” by Nepal (Argentina) is a powerful and raw expression of anger and disillusionment with society. The song's lyrics convey a deep sense of betrayal and frustration, targeting the corruption and hypocrisy prevalent in the social and political landscape. The repeated declaration, “¡Voy a matar!” (I’m going to kill!), serves as a metaphor for the intense desire to eradicate the deceit and moral decay that the artist perceives around him.

The song paints a bleak picture of a society where everyone is complicit in the corruption. The lines “Hoy me condena su miserable sociedad” (Today, their miserable society condemns me) and “Ningún responsable que rasgue sus vestiduras” (No one responsible tears their garments) highlight the lack of accountability and the pervasive nature of moral corruption. The artist feels persecuted by a society that is itself deeply flawed, filled with “despreciables” (despicable) souls.

Nepal also touches on the broader historical and social context, referencing other peoples who resist their painful histories and the small, insignificant individuals who believe they can make grand changes. The imagery of “microscópicos gusanos” (microscopic worms) and the sarcastic notion that they could set the sun on fire with their hands underscores the futility and absurdity of their ambitions. The song culminates in a condemnation of the greed and ambition that drive people to hoard wealth and power, leaving behind a trail of destruction and unfulfilled missions.

“Raza De Traidores” is a stark and unflinching critique of a society riddled with corruption, hypocrisy, and moral decay. It’s a call to recognize and confront these issues, even if it means facing uncomfortable truths about the world and ourselves.