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.
Silence Is The Death
Hocico Lyrics
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Your heart is pumping, life's under shock
I'm feeling sick 'cause your pigs didn't speak
I'm stabbing secrets that you pigs keep
People are crawling begging for change
While the rats suck up our lives in rage
Penetrating our message got lost
They made you once forget your name
Make them remember who is to blame
Feelings corroding feeding the sorrow
Pride lives inside
This road is dark but we know it well
Just keep's going, ignore pig's hell
The wind is blowing but we can see
The place we dreamt of without these pigs
Greed is only agony where nothing is allowed
Greed is only a man's grave where nothing's allowed
Just dare to live your life
Your voice makes you real
Silence is the death
Of all, of human race
Truth lives within yourself
Screaming out loud to you
Silence is the death
Of all, of human race and everything we made
The song "Silence Is The Death" by Hocico is a powerful commentary on the state of the world, its crises and the importance of speaking out against wrongdoings. The song begins with the loud, thumping beat emphasizing the urgency and intensity of the lyrics. The spirit mentioned in the opening line is symbolic of the collective consciousness of humanity, urging people to listen to their hearts and take action in a world that is under shock. The singer is feeling sick because the authorities or pigs did not speak out about the crisis or take any actions to address it, and thus secrets are being revealed and exposed.
The second verse, with the image of rats sucking up our lives in rage, is a metaphor for corporations and political systems, who are taking what belongs to the people and exploiting resources recklessly. The message, encapsulated in the lyrics "penetrating our message got lost/So let's rewrite this novel of lust," alludes to the need to reclaim our voices and rewrite the systems that govern and shape our world. The chorus of the song, "Silence is the death/ of all, of human race" is a warning that remaining silent leads to the destruction of humanity and everything we have built.
Overall, "Silence Is The Death" by Hocico is a call to action, reminding us to speak out against injustice and take responsibility for shaping a vibrant and sustainable future.
Line by Line Meaning
World's on crisis the spirit talks
The world is in crisis, and despite not having a voice, the collective spirit of humanity is calling out for change.
Your heart is pumping, life's under shock
Your heart is racing, your life is turned upside down due to the state of the world.
I'm feeling sick 'cause your pigs didn't speak
I feel disgusted because those in power have chosen not to speak up about the injustices happening around us.
I'm stabbing secrets that you pigs keep
I am shedding light on the secrets and lies that those in power are hiding, making them uncomfortable.
People are crawling begging for change
The people are desperately pleading for something to be done about the state of the world.
While the rats suck up our lives in rage
The powerful are taking advantage of the powerless, greedily consuming their existence with no regard for their pain.
Penetrating our message got lost
The true message of those who are fighting for change is being diluted or ignored.
So let's rewrite this novel of lust
Let's start a new, better story then the current one, filled with greed and corruption.
They made you once forget your name
The powerful have taken away your identity to further their own agenda.
Make them remember who is to blame
Hold those in power accountable for their actions, making sure their guilt cannot be denied or forgotten.
Feelings corroding feeding the sorrow
The negative emotions brought on by the current state of the world are consuming us and only worsening our pain.
Pride lives inside
We are prideful in our fight against the world's corruption, and rightfully so.
This road is dark but we know it well
We are aware of the obstacles and challenges on this journey towards change, but we will not give up.
Just keep's going, ignore pig's hell
Keep pushing forward, regardless of the resistance and negativity thrown our way from those in power.
The wind is blowing but we can see
Although there are still many unknowns and uncertainties, we can still see a brighter future ahead of us.
The place we dreamt of without these pigs
We are working towards creating a world where those in power do not abuse it at the expense of others.
Greed is only agony where nothing is allowed
Allowing greed to rule the world only brings about pain and suffering, without any allowed chance of anything better.
Greed is only a man's grave where nothing's allowed
Those who worship greed ultimately lead themselves towards destruction because they are unwilling to consider anything beyond their tainted desire for more.
Just dare to live your life
Do not let the world's bleakness stop you from enjoying and living your life to the fullest.
Your voice makes you real
Your voice gives you existence and purpose, and it is your responsibility to use it for good.
Silence is the death
Silence in the face of cruelty and injustice is a slow and painful death for humanity and what we have made.
Of all, of human race
The death of humanity is what ultimately results from choosing not to speak up for what is right.
Truth lives within yourself
The truth of who you are and what you stand for is within you and must be recognized to be acted upon.
Screaming out loud to you
The truth is not always easy to hear and can be discomforting, but it must still be spoken for the sake of what is right.
Of all, of human race and everything we made
Refusing to be silent is what may save the human race and restore the goodness of everything we have built.
Contributed by Mason F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.