Boca No Chamuyes Más

The song 'Boca No Chamuyes Más' is not a typical song but rather a chant commonly heard in Argentine football stadiums, specifically from the supporters of River Plate, one of Argentina's most famous football clubs. The lyrics are a direct taunt aimed at their arch-rivals, Boca Juniors, another heavyweight in Argentine football. The term 'chamuyar' is Argentine slang for talking with the intent to deceive or sweet-talk without following through with actions. In this context, the chant accuses Boca Juniors of making empty threats or boasts ('no chamuyes más') and not backing them up, particularly in confrontations with River Plate fans.

The reference to 'Mar del Plata' alludes to an incident during a summer tournament where the two teams met, and according to River Plate fans, Boca Juniors' supporters ran away from a confrontation. The chant mocks Boca Juniors for allegedly relying on the police ('nos mandaste a la yuta') to avoid a direct clash with River Plate fans, labeling them as cowards ('cagón'). 'Di Zeo' mentioned in the lyrics is Rafael Di Zeo, a well-known Boca Juniors' barra brava (organized supporter group) leader, who is being singled out as the first to have run away during the incident.

The repetition of the lines 'Y te salvó / La policía' emphasizes the claim that the police had to intervene to protect Boca Juniors' fans, suggesting that without such intervention, they would still be running ('estabas corriendo todavía'). This chant is a prime example of the fierce rivalry and banter that exists between the two clubs, which is a significant part of the football culture in Argentina. It's a display of bravado and loyalty from River Plate fans, using the chant to assert dominance over their rivals.