Originaly formed by Enrique Villareal "El Drogas" (bassist and vocalist), José (Drums), Sergio Osés (second guitar), all three coming from the band Kafarnaún, and Javier Hernandez "Boni" (guitarist and vocalist).
They gave their first concert in April 1982 in the Txantrea square, an even that's remembered because they played without any scenery and directly surrounded by people. (Barricada would play exactly 25 years later in the same conditions, in the same exact place reuniting numerous fans despite it was almost not advertised).
Mikel Astrain substituted José at the drums to record their first album "Noche de Rock&Roll" (1983), produced by Rosendo
Just after releasing their first album Sergio had to leave the band because of the obligatory military service and Alfredo Piedrafita became the new guitarist. In 1984 Mikel died because of a stroke and Fernando Coronado became the drumer.
This formation that would stay stable until 2002 recorded the second album "Barrio Conflictivo" (1985). In this year they were chosen as "Best group from Navarra".
For their third album "No hay tregua" (1986) they joined the multinational RCA that tried to censor 8 of the tracks, but thanks to the strong pressure by Rosendo the album was released without changes. The band left RCA anyway.
They recorded "No se que hacer contigo" (1987) with the label Polygram Iberica, despite all efforts by the band the label censored the song "Bahia de Pasaia" that reminds the controversial murder of four members of CAA, one of them a personal friend of "El Drogas".
The fifth album "Rojo" (1988) is the personal favorite of the band
They would suffer censorship again in "Pasion por el Ruido" (1989) because of the song "En nombre de Dios", a critic to Opus Dei
The bands success kept increasing and they obtained a Golden Record award with "Doble Directo" (Live - 1990) and two Platinum Records for "Por instinto" (1991) and "Balas blancas" (1992). but it also meant distancing from their traditional sound and fanbase.
"La Araña" (1994), "Insolencia" (1996), and Salud y "Rock&Roll" (Live - 1997) mark a decline in the commercial success of the band, and they finally decide to leave the label Polygram Iberica.
"Acción directa" (2000) revisits their traditional powerful sound, yet proves the evolution of the band for joy of the original fanbase. This also means a recovery in their success.
After "Besame" (2002), the last studio album up to date, Fernando leaves the band and Ibon Sagarra "Ibi" becomes the new drummer.
Since then Barricada centres their activity in live performances.
Later Releases include "Un camino de piedras" (2003) a tribute to Barricada by 13 well known artists and close friends. "Latidos y mordiscos" (2006) a double live album that includes Sax, Orchestra and a small chorus and "25 años de rocanrol"(2008) a compilation consisting of 2 CDs 2 DVDs and a book.
The Basque film director Juanma Bajo Ulloa, a close friend, has conducted some of their clips, and the band members appear as extras in his film Airbag
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Contra La Pared
Barricada Lyrics
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el dirá si vales o si eres un bobo.
¡Bien, muy bien!
Todos los periódicos tienen su santo
aconseja siempre cuando dar el salto.
Hoy por ti, mañana por mi
contra la pared.
Hoy sin ti, mañana sin mi
contra la pared.
Empieza el sacrificio por el oficio
mandare pasteles por tu cumpleaños.
¡Uajhhhhhh!
Colgare tu foto por toda la casa
leeré tu historia todas las semanas.
¡Bien, muy bien!
Hoy por ti, mañana por mi
contra la pared.
Hoy sin ti, mañana sin mi
contra la pared.
The song "Contra La Pared" by Barricada speaks about the struggles of life, specifically the pressure to succeed and the fear of failure. The lyrics describe a person who thinks they know everything and judges others if they are worth anything or not. The song also mentions the advice given in newspapers on when to take a chance and make a leap. The chorus emphasizes the importance of standing by each other through thick and thin, and how today we may need someone, but tomorrow we may be the one in need.
There is also a hint of sarcasm and irony in the lyrics, as the singer talks about the sacrifices they will make for someone else's birthday, and how they will constantly read about their life. This could be interpreted as the pressure to constantly impress and prove oneself to be a good friend or partner. The song ends on the same refrain of standing by each other, despite the struggles that may arise.
Line by Line Meaning
Vaya nene listo que se lo sabe todo
There's someone who thinks they know everything and will judge you based on their standards.
el dirá si vales o si eres un bobo.
This person will determine whether you are worthy or foolish.
Todos los periódicos tienen su santo
Every media outlet has its own agenda and bias.
aconseja siempre cuando dar el salto.
They'll try to tell you when to make your move.
Hoy por ti, mañana por mi contra la pared.
I'll have your back today, and I expect you to have mine in the future when we're both in trouble.
Hoy sin ti, mañana sin mi contra la pared.
If you abandon me today, don't expect me to be there for you tomorrow when you need help.
Empieza el sacrificio por el oficio
You have to start somewhere and sometimes that means making sacrifices for your career.
mandare pasteles por tu cumpleaños.
I'll show my appreciation for you by sending you cakes on your birthday.
Colgare tu foto por toda la casa
I'll display your photo proudly throughout my home.
leeré tu historia todas las semanas.
I'll keep up with your life story every week to stay connected.
Contributed by Jackson T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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