Como Sera

Rasta Chala's song 'Como Sera' is a poignant exploration of the longing for freedom and the impact of oppression. The lyrics open with a series of questions about the nature of the real world, free from the chains and sorrows that bind the narrator. This sets the tone for a reflective and introspective journey, where the narrator imagines a world where the green horizon and blue sky are visible, and where people and colors change when they are free. The repetition of '¿Cómo será?' emphasizes the uncertainty and yearning for a different reality.

The song delves into the personal history of the narrator, who was born into a life of hardship, with a mother enslaved and a father who was an official. This background adds a layer of depth to the narrator's musings, highlighting the generational impact of oppression. The lyrics convey a sense of resignation and disillusionment, as the narrator spends hours pondering the state of the world, indifferent to whether it is day or night. Despite this, there is a glimmer of hope as the song asserts that freedom, justice, hope, and joy are not dead.

In the latter part of the song, Rasta Chala invokes the names of historical and cultural figures such as Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Jesus Christ, Che Guevara, and musicians like Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix, John Lennon, Bob Marley, and Luca Prodan. By declaring that these figures are not dead, the song suggests that their ideals and legacies continue to inspire and guide the quest for freedom and justice. The mention of sharing bread, wine, rye, sugar, and salt symbolizes a vision of communal harmony and equality. The song concludes with a call for inclusivity, inviting those who have extra to share with those in need, reinforcing the theme of solidarity and collective struggle for a better world.