Lamento de Barrio

Under Side 821's 'Lamento de Barrio' is a raw and poignant reflection on the harsh realities of life in marginalized urban neighborhoods. The lyrics convey a deep sense of regret and resignation, as the narrator acknowledges their troubled past and the emotional toll it has taken on them. The opening lines, 'Siempre he sido una lacra y lo acepto / Y más que ahora estoy muerto, muerto por dentro,' reveal a profound self-awareness and a feeling of being dead inside, highlighting the internal struggle and the weight of past mistakes.

The song delves into themes of inevitability and the inability to change the past, as expressed in the lines, 'Sé que no sirve de nada decir lo siento / Y que tampoco se puede regresar el tiempo.' This sense of fatalism is further emphasized by the narrator's admission that they are not worried about an unattainable future, 'No puedo cambiar el pasado mi pinche presente se ve desolado / En serio no estoy preocupado porque no tener ese futuro anhelado.' The lyrics paint a picture of a life marked by constant hardship, with references to a crying mother, legal troubles, and addiction, 'Siempre viendo a la jefa llorado allá en la sala / Problemas con la judicial y las adicciones.'

'Lamento de Barrio' is a powerful commentary on the cyclical nature of poverty and violence in urban settings. The narrator's direct and unfiltered language, 'Yo soy directo, no soy perfecto / ¡Les pido perdón por no querer ni serlo!' underscores the authenticity of their experience. The song serves as a voice for those who feel trapped by their circumstances, offering a glimpse into the emotional and psychological impact of living in a world where hope is often in short supply.