Esclavas
Cruz de navajas Lyrics

The lyrics of Cruz de Navajas' song "Esclavas" highlight the theme of societal oppression and the loss of individual identity. The opening lines talk about peeling off the mask of the identity that one is given at birth, asking how one can truly be recognized without being confined to the confines of societal expectations. The following lines mention "sacerdotes" or priests who are "boiling" or "heating up" masks of skin, which could be interpreted as a metaphor for the way in which the powers that be seek to mold and control individuals, stripping them of their unique identities and forcing them to conform to a standard.

The chorus repeats the word "esclavas" which translates to "slaves," driving home the idea of oppression and loss of agency. The line "obligadas a retroceder" or "obligated to retreat" implies that the pressures of society force individuals to conform, taking steps back from their true selves. The final lines of the song state, "Esclava / Ante sus ojos eres esclava" which translates to "slave / in their eyes you are a slave," emphasizing that even if one tries to break free from societal expectations, they are still seen as being beneath those in power.