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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Heroes
Barricada Lyrics
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calaveras de cartón para alguien indomable.
No soy el único que hay bailando como un tonto detrás de tus orejas
oye destápalo quítale el polvo de una vez y ven
para hablar de las cosas que tienes dentro
sin red tienen más emoción, más emoción. Héroes, héroes sin red.
Hago lo que quiero mientras puedo y cuando ya no puedo cambio de canción
si quieres que te abrace con cariño sueña que en el aire giramos los dos.
Los latidos de nuestra intuición saben regalar muchas sorpresas
vamos a quitar de la cabeza las piedras que nos hacen ir doblaos.
Héroes, héroes sin red. Héroes, héroes sin red.
Noche, noche, noche para correr. Noche, noche, noche, noche para correr.
Héroes, héroes sin red. Noche, noche, noche, noche para correr.
The lyrics to Barricada's song "Héroes" tell a story of rebellion and liberation. The first stanza describes a group of people who are being ignored and oppressed by society, but they remain strong and unbroken. The singer then reflects on his own vulnerability and foolishness, confessing that he dances like a fool for the person he loves. However, he encourages the object of his affection to open up and embrace their true feelings, to become heroes without a safety net. The chorus is a repetition of this idea, emphasizing the thrill and danger of living without fear.
The second stanza reinforces this theme of bravery and intuition, urging the listener to trust their instincts and let go of the burdens that weigh them down. It echoes the call for heroes to rise up and take action, to run free in the night and chase their dreams. The repetition of "noche" underscores the darkness and mystery of these adventures, while the final chorus reinforces the idea that heroes do not need a safety net to succeed.
Line by Line Meaning
La cabeza en un rincón ignorando al miserable
I ignore the misery of others and keep to myself.
calaveras de cartón para alguien indomable.
I am untamable and strong, like cardboard skulls.
No soy el único que hay bailando como un tonto detrás de tus orejas
I am not the only one who falls under your spell and does foolish things.
oye destápalo quítale el polvo de una vez y ven
Let's uncover the truth and reveal our inner selves.
para hablar de las cosas que tienes dentro
Let's talk about our true feelings and thoughts.
sin red tienen más emoción, más emoción.
Living without a safety net is more exciting and meaningful.
Héroes, héroes sin red.
We are heroes, brave and without a safety net.
Hago lo que quiero mientras puedo y cuando ya no puedo cambio de canción
I live my life to the fullest and move on when things get tough.
si quieres que te abrace con cariño sueña que en el aire giramos los dos.
If you want my affection, imagine us dancing in the air together.
Noche, noche, noche para correr. Noche, noche, noche, noche para correr.
The night is the perfect time to run and escape.
Los latidos de nuestra intuición saben regalar muchas sorpresas
Following our intuition can lead to wonderful surprises.
vamos a quitar de la cabeza las piedras que nos hacen ir doblaos.
Let's remove the obstacles that weigh us down and keep us from standing tall.
Héroes, héroes sin red. Héroes, héroes sin red.
We are heroes, fearless and without a safety net.
Noche, noche, noche para correr. Noche, noche, noche, noche para correr.
The night is the perfect time to run and escape.
Héroes, héroes sin red. Noche, noche, noche, noche para correr.
We are heroes, fearless and without a safety net, running into the night.
Contributed by Cooper W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Enrique V
Canción que empodera en momentos de bajón. Enhorabuena por la preciosa actuación
Amuedo Stones
Que temazo de Bowie y que buen arreglo al Español.. Que grande eres Enrrique, este es uno de esos temas que no te cansas de escuchar ,.. De esos grandes temas que te ponen la Moral por los Cielos.. Rock you like an Hurricane.. Un Fuerte abrazo,.. Larga Vida al Rock.. !!
an
Que intenten igualarlo,el drogas es unico,que temazo,un crak,sigue triunfando,tambien eres heroe alegrando las almas de mucha gente,larga vida al rock and roll
an
vosotros sois heroes.alegrando corazones.sois unicos.que grandes.todo exitos.al pie del cañon.los viejos rockeros nunca mueren.seguir asi👍😎👏👏👏👏
Rod Bs
Gran versión de la canción heroes de David Bowie. Siempre la había oído en inglés. En español también suena bien.
an
con el permiso de el drogas.dedico esta cancion a todos esos heroes de carne y hueso que lo dan todo por los demas.que sacan lo mejor del ser humano sin recibir nada a cambio.ese es el orgullo del ser humano.a todos los que se enfrentan dia a dia contra el coronavirus.mucha fuerza.venceremos❤❤❤❤❤✌✌✌✌👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Pedro Sánchez
Hoy quiero ser lo que Tu misma decidas podemos ser HEROES un día nada más...
Juntos nadie nos para...
😉
David Río Ruiz
Se que la letra quizá no tenga que ver nada en los momentos que ahora mismo vivimos, pero es la que realmente me pide el cuerpo a todo volumen!! Esos héroes anónimos que cuidan por nosotros
Gorka Diaz
Los pelos como escarpias, al rememorar los dos directos que disfrute de esta canción. El Drogas inconmensurable y el resto del grupo in crescendo hasta conseguir esta maravilla. Muy grandes
Sim Rumbo Rumbo
Increíble cada vez mejor , muy bueno sobre todo ,esa forma de trasmitir y conectar con los que como siempre te seguimos , siendo un referente para muchos... queremos más concierto así , no te canses de seguir🤘😉