No Quiero Ser Militar

Victor Manuel's song "No Quiero Ser Militar" is a powerful declaration against the idea of becoming a soldier. The lyrics express a deep-seated aversion to the military, rooted in a moral and ethical stance against oppression and corruption. The repeated refrain, "No quiero ser militar, madre" (I don't want to be a soldier, mother), underscores a personal and emotional plea, highlighting the artist's strong conviction.

The song critiques the role of the military in enforcing the will of corrupt governments and oppressing the common people. Victor Manuel speaks of not wanting to be a tool for ambitious leaders who exploit and deceive. The lines "Si debo poner cadenas al hombre que pide pan" (If I must put chains on the man who asks for bread) and "Si debo servir gobiernos de ladrones con misal" (If I must serve governments of thieves with a missal) illustrate his disdain for the military's role in perpetuating social injustice and inequality.

Furthermore, the song touches on the hypocrisy of those in power who use religion to justify their actions. Phrases like "Que juren una bandera y vendan su dignidad" (Who swear to a flag and sell their dignity) and "Que juzgue en nombre de dios, que robe en el nombre de dios" (Who judge in the name of God, who steal in the name of God) reveal a deep cynicism towards the manipulation of faith for personal gain. Victor Manuel's lyrics are a call for integrity and a rejection of complicity in systems of oppression, making "No Quiero Ser Militar" a poignant anthem for those who value freedom and justice.