Their music can be described as dark and aggressive electronica or more specifically as aggrotech. The lyrics are commonly in English, however, they are sometimes in Spanish.
Their logo is a six legged spider with an H on its back.
The Spanish word Hocico (pronounced "Oseeko") means snout and is a derogatory term that indicates ugliness (i.e., ugly as a dog's snout).
Racso Agroyam has a side project called Dulce Liquido.
Erk Aicrag's solo project is called Rabia Sorda.
Blindfold
Hocico Lyrics
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Nobody knows what's going on
The lights switch off
The order comes, what's going on now?
Like old stones
The people's eyes stare at the skies
Somebody plays a dirty game
Blindfolding their eyes
Don't you understand
Hold the blindfold down
So you can see
If you are oppressed
Don't let them rest
And show them what you have
Broken conscience
You're just weak
When the rats speak
Blindfolded, way too blind
Is this all you need?
Can't you see?
Their touches are tender
They steal the people's soul
Can't you see?
No way to surrender
Don't fear our time has come
Don't you understand
Hold the blindfold down
So you can see
If you are oppressed
Don't let them rest
And show them what you have
Broken conscience
You're just weak
When the rats speak
Blindfolded, way too blind
Is this all you need?
The lyrics of "Blindfold" by Hocico are a powerful statement on oppression and the ignorance that allows it to thrive. The opening lines set the scene of confusion and chaos, with the sudden switching on and off of lights adding to the sense of disorientation. The people's eyes stare upwards as they become caught up in something beyond their control. The mention of somebody playing a "dirty game" suggests that there are those who are manipulating the situation, and the blindfolding of the people's eyes implies a deliberate attempt to keep them in the dark.
The chorus serves as a call to action, urging listeners to "hold the blindfold down" and see the truth for themselves. The repeated emphasis on not letting the oppressors rest shows a determination to fight back and resist their control. The idea of a broken conscience being a sign of weakness adds a poignant touch, suggesting that those who allow themselves to be blinded are complicit in their own oppression.
The final lines of the song are both a warning and a message of hope. The reference to "rats" suggests that the oppressors are vermin, and the idea of a "time" coming implies that they will be defeated eventually. The overall tone of "Blindfold" is one of defiance and empowerment, with the lyrics urging listeners to take control of their own lives and resist the forces that seek to control them.
Line by Line Meaning
The lights switch on
The beginning, the signal that something is about to happen
Nobody knows what's going on
Lack of clarity, confusion and uncertainty
The lights switch off
The end, leaving people in the dark
The order comes, what's going on now?
People following authority without knowing the real purpose
Like old stones
People frozen, stuck and not doing anything
The people's eyes stare at the skies
People looking for the answer somewhere else instead of facing reality
Somebody plays a dirty game
Manipulators taking advantage of the situation
Blindfolding their eyes
People being led to blindness, unable to see the truth
Don't you understand
Call for awareness and attention
Hold the blindfold down
Taking control of the situation, refusing to be blinded
So you can see
Encouragement for people to look beyond the illusion
If you are oppressed
Targeting those who are being mistreated
Don't let them rest
Urging them to fight for their rights and stand up for themselves
And show them what you have
Proving that they have the power to make a difference and change the situation
Broken conscience
The sense of guilt or regret when people realize the consequences of their inaction
You're just weak
Accusing people of being passive and not taking action
When the rats speak
Pointing out the manipulators and their tactics
Blindfolded, way too blind
Emphasizing the danger of not seeing the reality
Is this all you need?
Asking people to think about what they truly want
Can't you see?
Repeating the call for awakening and awareness
Their touches are tender
The manipulators' tactics can be subtle and seemingly harmless
They steal the people's soul
Highlighting the damage created by manipulation
No way to surrender
Encouragement for people to keep fighting for their rights
Don't fear our time has come
Positive outlook, a call for action and change
Contributed by Hannah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.