Ares (Destripando La Historia)

The song 'Ares (Destripando La Historia)' by Pascu y Rodri is a playful and educational take on the mythological figure of Ares, the Greek god of war. The artists, known for their humorous and informative musical renditions of historical and mythological figures, present a song that is both entertaining and enlightening.

The lyrics introduce Ares as a heartless god, born from Zeus, who is notorious for his thirst for blood and valor in battle. The song touches on various aspects of Ares' mythology, including his affair with Aphrodite (referred to as his 'tía' or aunt, which is a humorous inaccuracy as she was actually his lover), who was married to Hephaestus. This scandalous relationship resulted in the birth of several children, highlighting the soap-opera-like drama of the Greek pantheon. The song also mentions Ares' imprisonment in a jar by a lesser-known figure, from which he is rescued by Hermes.

The song goes on to describe Ares' role in the Trojan War, where he is depicted as a fierce but not always successful warrior. The reference to his transformation into Mars, the Roman equivalent of Ares, suggests a shift in his reputation from a less favorable one in Greece to that of a revered deity in Rome. The humorous tone of the song, combined with the catchy melody, makes the complex tales of Greek mythology accessible and engaging to a modern audience.