Olvídalo Y Volverá Por Más

The song 'Olvídalo Y Volverá Por Más' by Hermetica is a scathing critique of political corruption and the cyclical nature of deceitful promises made by politicians. The Argentine heavy metal band, known for their socially conscious lyrics, uses this song to paint a picture of a politician who gains power by making false promises to the people, only to betray their trust by embezzling funds and fleeing, with the expectation of returning once his misdeeds are forgotten.

The lyrics describe a politician who, with a show of social sensitivity and grand promises, convinces the public to vote for him. The imagery of 'carnes asadas' (barbecued meats) symbolizes the superficial and temporary appeasement offered to the people. The song goes on to depict the politician's escape with the 'dineral' (money), highlighting the impunity with which such acts are carried out and the apathy of the public that allows these cycles to continue. The phrase 'y volverá por mas cuando lo olvides' (and he will return for more when you forget) encapsulates the message that forgetting the misdeeds of corrupt leaders only paves the way for their return.

The song's title, which translates to 'Forget it and he will come back for more,' serves as a warning to the listeners about the dangers of political amnesia. Hermetica urges the audience to remember the past and hold politicians accountable, suggesting that the true death of a society is in hiding the truth and the emptiness is in allowing oneself to be lied to. The song is a call to action, to break the cycle of corruption by remembering and resisting the allure of false promises.