Capitalismo

La Polla Records, a seminal punk band from Spain, is known for their raw and unapologetic critique of societal structures. In their song 'Capitalismo,' they delve into the deceptive nature of capitalist systems. The lyrics highlight the illusion of freedom and opportunity that capitalism promises. The opening lines, 'Este sistema te da una oportunidad / Desarrollarte según tu capital,' suggest that while the system offers a chance for development, it is contingent upon one's capital, thus inherently unequal.

The repetition of 'Ya no hay esclavitud / Producir / Que mundo tan feliz / Consumir' serves as a biting irony. The band mocks the idea that modern society is free from slavery, pointing out that people are still enslaved by the need to produce and consume. The phrase 'Que mundo tan feliz' is particularly sarcastic, emphasizing the false sense of happiness that consumerism brings. This repetitive structure underscores the monotonous and cyclical nature of capitalist life, where production and consumption are endless loops.

The lines 'Es cojonudo que uno / Pueda decidir / Dentro de un circulo / Y sin poder salir' further critique the illusion of choice within capitalism. While it seems like individuals have the freedom to make decisions, they are actually trapped within a system that offers no real escape. This metaphor of a circle from which one cannot exit encapsulates the band's view that capitalism is a self-perpetuating trap. La Polla Records uses their music to challenge listeners to question the true nature of the freedoms they believe they have under capitalism.