Requiem por un cabrón

Enrique Bunbury's song "Requiem por un cabrón" is a scathing and darkly poetic farewell to someone who has wronged the singer. The term "cabrón" is a Spanish slang word that can be translated to "bastard" or "scoundrel," indicating the deep disdain Bunbury feels for the subject of the song. The lyrics are filled with biting sarcasm and a sense of finality, as Bunbury composes a requiem—a musical piece traditionally associated with mourning the dead—for this person.

The song opens with Bunbury addressing the listener directly, stating that the sound they are about to hear is the most terrible he could find, setting a tone of ominous retribution. He hopes the subject of the song will enjoy it, dripping with irony, as he dedicates this requiem to their memory and their wickedness. The repetition of the phrase "pobre cabrón" (poor bastard) throughout the song underscores the contempt and pity Bunbury feels, suggesting that the subject's actions have led them to a pitiable state.

Bunbury's lyrics also encourage introspection, urging the subject to look within themselves and recognize their own faults. The song's structure, with its repeated lines and haunting melody, reinforces the idea that this is a final, inescapable judgment. The requiem serves as both a condemnation and a farewell, leaving no room for doubt about the singer's feelings. Bunbury's distinctive style, blending rock with poetic lyricism, adds a layer of intensity to the song, making it a powerful statement of disdain and closure.