Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: hip-hop
Song Meaning of “Lírica y Metralla” by Millonario & W. Corona
“Lírica y Metralla” is a hip-hop/rap song by Argentinian duo, Millonario and W. Corona. The track is a tribute to “El Indio” and paints a vivid picture of the street life, emblematic of Latin American street culture.
The lyrics paint a stark contrast between lyrical prowess (Lírica) and the cold hard reality of violence (Metralla). At its core, this song speaks of the real-life struggle to break free from the hostile reality of gang violence and drug abuse that suffocates many sectors of society in Latin America.
In the chorus, the duo celebrates “El Indio” -“the good for nothing Indian” – who stands out amongst the crowd, a defiant figure who refuses to be controlled by violence and intimidation. The song is a call to action, urging the listener to follow El Indio’s example and fight for a better world, to “let the streets know the fight is coming back.”
Ultimately, the song transcends the violence of the street, to become an anthem of empowerment and hope. It is a reminder for everyone, no matter their circumstances, that there is still space to dream and thrive, and reclaim the streets as their own.