A Quema Ropa

Enrique Bunbury's song 'A Quema Ropa' is a powerful plea for peace and a condemnation of violence. The title itself, which translates to 'Point-Blank Range,' sets the tone for the song's urgent message. Bunbury uses vivid imagery and strong language to highlight the destructive nature of irrational fury and senseless violence. The opening lines, 'No andemos más a quemarropa / que no nos sienta se nos ve mal,' suggest that engaging in point-blank violence is not only harmful but also unbecoming. The metaphor of the overflowing cup ('ya se nos rebosó la copa') symbolizes the excess of irrational anger that has reached its limit.

The song continues to paint a grim picture of the consequences of violence, with references to 'balas rezadas fierro veneno' (prayed bullets, iron poison) and 'muertos de causa no natural' (deaths from unnatural causes). Bunbury condemns these horror stories and sarcastically remarks on the impossibility of achieving a Nobel Peace Prize in such a violent context. The chorus, 'No más, no más de darle ese gatillo / no más, no más paren de disparar,' is a direct and emotional appeal to stop the shooting and end the bloodshed.

Bunbury's lyrics also question the source of such cold-bloodedness ('de dónde tanta sangre fría') and call for bravery in the face of violence ('Sangre fría no, valiente si'). The repetition of 'No más, no más' throughout the song reinforces the urgency and desperation of his plea. By addressing the listeners as 'caballeros' (gentlemen), Bunbury appeals to their sense of honor and humanity, urging them to choose peace over violence. 'A Quema Ropa' is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of violence and a call to action for a more peaceful world.