Tlacoyo con Co-K Lait

Regina Orozco's song 'Tlacoyo con Co-K Lait' is a satirical and humorous take on body image, diet culture, and societal expectations. The lyrics tell the story of a woman who is infatuated with a man named Johny but feels rejected due to her weight. She humorously describes her efforts to attract him, including putting on makeup and trying to lose weight, only to be met with the harsh judgment of another woman, La Rosa, who blames her weight for Johny's lack of interest.

The song's chorus, '¿Yo no se por qué, si no como tanto, por que engordé?' ('I don't know why, if I don't eat that much, why did I get fat?'), highlights the confusion and frustration many people feel about weight gain despite their efforts to control their diet. Orozco lists a variety of traditional Mexican foods, from tlacoyos to pozole, painting a vivid picture of the rich culinary culture that contrasts sharply with the restrictive nature of diet culture. The mention of 'Co-K Lait' (a play on Coca-Cola Light) as her 'salvation' adds a layer of irony, suggesting that diet sodas are often seen as a quick fix for weight loss.

Orozco also touches on global issues related to hunger and body image. She references the 'chica de Biafra' and 'prieta de Uganda,' pointing out the stark differences in body image standards across cultures and the absurdity of Western beauty ideals. The song's playful tone and exaggerated descriptions serve to criticize the unrealistic expectations placed on women to conform to certain body standards. By ending with a nod to Maradona and a humorous twist on Madonna's diet habits, Orozco underscores the pervasive and often ridiculous nature of diet culture.

'Tlacoyo con Co-K Lait' is a clever and biting commentary on the pressures of body image and the contradictions within diet culture. Through humor and satire, Regina Orozco invites listeners to reflect on the societal norms that dictate our perceptions of beauty and health.