Meaning of 'Sí se puede'

by Miguel Bose

Interpretation

In the lyrics of the song "Sí se puede" by Miguel Bose, it is about the fact that one can do many things, but at the same time there are also many problems and injustices. The title means "Yes, it is possible" and expresses the hope that positive changes are possible.

The lyrics describe how people can convince themselves that life is a dream. It is also pointed out that one can give less than is actually necessary and still pretend that there is no home without poverty and hunger. It is mentioned that people who have power know that nothing will happen if they isolate themselves and protect themselves.

It is pointed out that those who have power continue to oppress and exploit the weakest members of society. It is said that they aim at the eye of the blind, deny a chair to the sick and the lame, and lie daily in their promises. The poor are blamed for living in poverty.

The lyrics urge to take action and say that it is time to change. It is pointed out that one can adapt, regardless of whether one is politically left or right. Citizens are religiously made to behave like idiots.

It is also pointed out that those who have power continue to exploit and oppress the weakest members of society. It is described how people are full of anger and then lose their patience and curse the world. But the next day they read the same headlines again and feel frustrated. In the end, they are surrounded by friends and family, but still disappointed and disillusioned.

The lyrics express the desire for change and call for systematic change. It is pointed out that it is time to change things and that change is possible.