Los Hijos Bastardos de La Globalización

Ska-P's 'Los Hijos Bastardos de La Globalización' is a poignant critique of the harsh realities faced by child laborers in the shadows of global economic systems. The song begins with the daily life of a 12-year-old child laborer, highlighting the stark contrast between their world of 'desolation' and the children in wealthier nations who play with the toys they produce. This juxtaposition serves as a powerful commentary on the inequalities perpetuated by globalization.

The lyrics repeatedly emphasize the child's lack of awareness about 'globalization' and 'human rights,' underscoring their role as mere cogs in a vast, exploitative system. Ska-P uses the phrase 'hijos bastardos de la globalización' (bastard children of globalization) to signify children who are neglected and exploited as a direct consequence of global economic policies and corporate greed. The song's chorus and verses build on this theme, portraying these children as sacrificial lambs to the 'God of money.'

Towards the end, the song challenges listeners to reflect on their indifference and the invisibility of such suffering in Western societies. It questions whether the public would remain passive if the children affected were their own. By calling these exploited children 'bastard sons of globalization,' Ska-P not only highlights their plight but also criticizes the systemic structures that allow such exploitation to persist, urging a reevaluation of priorities and empathy towards the less fortunate.