Empastillado

The song 'Empastillado' by Pibes Chorros delves into the harsh realities of substance abuse and its cyclical nature. The lyrics narrate the story of an individual who, despite giving up cocaine and marijuana, and even distancing himself from his previous relationships and alcohol, falls into the grip of another addiction—pills. This transition highlights the often overlooked aspect of addiction where one form may be replaced by another, sometimes less conspicuous, but equally damaging.

The repetitive nature of the chorus, 'alucinado todo el dia, siempre re loco de la cabeza,' which translates to 'hallucinated all day, always crazy in the head,' emphasizes the constant and overwhelming influence of drugs on the individual's life. The comparison 'estas mas duro que una mesa,' meaning 'you are harder than a table,' uses metaphor to describe the person's numbed or hardened state, possibly indicating a loss of sensitivity or emotion due to continuous drug use. This line strikingly portrays the dehumanizing effect of drugs, reducing a person to an inanimate state.

Pibes Chorros, known for their cumbia villera music, often explore themes of poverty, exclusion, and urban life in Argentina. 'Empastillado' serves as a social commentary on the struggles within marginalized communities, where cycles of addiction are both a symptom and a consequence of broader socio-economic issues. The song not only narrates personal downfall but also subtly criticizes the lack of support systems that fail to prevent or break these destructive cycles.