Amigos de Familia y Enemigos de Sangre (part. El Coyote y Su Banda Tierra Santa)

Calibre 50's song 'Amigos de Familia y Enemigos de Sangre,' featuring El Coyote y Su Banda Tierra Santa, delves into the intricate dynamics of relationships, particularly focusing on the contrast between chosen friends and blood relatives. The opening lines set the tone by highlighting that while family is not a choice, friendships are. This distinction is crucial as the narrator reveals having friends who are like family and blood relatives who are more like enemies. The lyrics use strong language to emphasize the betrayal and disappointment felt towards certain family members, contrasting it with the loyalty and trust placed in friends.

The song also touches on themes of loyalty and betrayal. The narrator counts friends not by number but by their actions, indicating a deep appreciation for genuine relationships. The mention of a cross given by the narrator's mother and a gun from the father symbolizes protection and the duality of spiritual and physical defense. The cross wards off metaphorical 'dead'—those who bring negativity—while the gun is a deterrent against cowards, representing a readiness to defend oneself against betrayal.

Envy and gossip are also significant themes in the song. The narrator expresses disdain for those who speak ill behind others' backs, highlighting the cowardice of such actions. The advice to 'keep your mouth shut if you don't like flies' serves as a metaphor for avoiding unnecessary trouble by being mindful of one's words. The song concludes with a poignant reflection on the nature of familial relationships, noting that some family members only appear when they need something, further emphasizing the theme of selective loyalty and the pain of betrayal.