Among their greatest hits -after their Three Souls era- "Triste Cancion" (based on Neil Young's "Like a Hurricane"), "Metro Balderas" (originally by Rodrigo Gonzalez), and "Piedras Rodantes" are probably the most known and have the quality of Anthems. Favorite bluesy songs such as "Oye Cantinero" and "ADO" belong to their Three Souls era, but are included in compilations and newer versions (from live concert recordings) abound.
casa comida y sustento
El Tri Lyrics
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que todos quieren tener
unos van tras el dinero
otros van tras el placer
casa, comida y sustento
para tenerlos contentos
estuche pal instrumento
y una que otra prestacion
casi, casi como un dios
pero no movia un dedo
nada mas la hacia de tos
Casa, comida y sustento
para tenerlo contento
semena inglesa y vacaciones
con goce de sueldo
Casa, comida y sustento
y estuche pal instrumento
para tenerlo contento
una que otra prestacion
Casa, comida y sustento
y estuche pal instrumento
semana inglesa y vacaciones
con goce de sueldo...
The lyrics of "Casa Comida y Sustento" by El Tri describe the basic necessities of life that everyone desires. The song talks about two things that people strive for, one being money and the other being pleasure. The lyrics suggest that having a comfortable living situation, food, and financial stability is necessary to attain contentment in life. The song highlights the importance of having an instrument on which to create music, as well as the occasional perk, such as English lessons, and paid vacations.
The song also portrays the story of an individual who aspired to live like a boss, without putting any effort into it. This person claimed to be a boss, a god-like figure, but in reality, he didn't do much except cough. Though he had all the basic necessities, he was not satisfied and yearned for more.
In essence, the song is a reflection of society's desires and aspirations and how basic comforts can bring happiness. On the other hand, it also reveals the negative side of human nature, where one can never be content with what they have.
Line by Line Meaning
Hay dos cosas en la vida
In life, there are two things that people want.
que todos quieren tener
Things that everyone desires to have.
unos van tras el dinero
Some chase after money.
otros van tras el placer
While others pursue pleasure.
casa, comida y sustento
Having a home, food, and means of subsistence.
para tenerlos contentos
To keep them happy and satisfied.
estuche pal instrumento
A case for one's musical instrument.
y una que otra prestacion
And some extra benefits.
el queria vivir de a jefe
He wanted to live like a boss.
casi, casi como un dios
Almost like a god.
pero no movia un dedo
But he did not lift a finger.
nada mas la hacia de tos
He just pretended to be busy.
semena inglesa y vacaciones
An English workweek and vacations.
con goce de sueldo
With pay.
Contributed by Caroline M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.