I Shot The Law
Los Rabanes Lyrics

L.P., L.P., ¡Eso es lo que es!
Referring to a Long Play (LP) record, this line emphasizes that the singer is about to make a statement that can last a long time and will be a hit.

¡Yo! Todo el Long Play y a la "Jala" se la canto esta vez ¡Óyelo!
The singer is celebrating his skill at singing and promises to entertain the audience with his music.

Como toda acción tiene una reacción Vamos a encarar ya a la corrupción Brincando, saltando Con el poderío de un rebel comando
Taking inspiration from the law of physics, the singer is urging the listeners to take action to fight corruption in society. He calls for them to be as powerful and bold as a rebel commando.

Vamo' a darles bala a esta situación I'm speaking bien claro por el microphone
The singer is ready to fight against the current situation with full force, and confidently announces that he will make his voice heard.

Salta, dispara y grita: I shot the law! Salta, rebota y brinca I'm shooting my gun
The chorus of the song, conveying the idea of confronting the law and taking charge. The singer urges the listeners to take action and demand their rights.

Salta, que se oiga el tiro "Pow, pow" Salta, dispara y dilo: I shot the law!
The singer repeats the chorus again, emphasizing the need to take action against the corrupt officials to get justice in society.

So, what? Eso dice la gente Regresaron esos tres dementes No se asuste, no se estrese Déjeme usted que le cuente
The singer is unfazed by criticism from people who call him and his band crazy. He instead urges the listeners to pay attention and learn from their music and message.

Cada lugar donde hemos tocado Soy un killer en el escenario Confirmado, comprobado Por todo el vidente que sea necesario
The singer boasts about his performances and claims that he is a killer on stage. He reinforces his confidence with the support of his fans who have witnessed his performances.

Sea como sea, le hago saber Que los number one aquí están otra vez (Oooh, oooh, o-oh) I shot the law!
The singer asserts that he and his band are the best in their field and reveals that they are once again confronting the law with their music.

Les conviene la calle revuelta Con eso nos entretienen Todos vendiendo noticias de impacto ¿De qué se mantienen los reyes?
The singer questions the role of the media and the powerful in society, who benefit from the chaos on the streets and the sensational news that they sell to the public. He questions their motives and asks how they sustain their power.

¡Alerta, Señores Presidente'! De mentira' no vive la gente Que si la droga, la balacera, el tiroteo Que si el delincuente
The singer warns the leaders of the country that lies cannot sustain the people. He laments the widespread corruption, drug-related violence, and the rampant influence of criminals.

Lo que te digo, escúchalo bien Esto no es mentira Esto es lo que es Depende a quién sea se aplica la ley
The singer insists that his words are truthful, and the reality of the situation is what it is. He points out that the law is applied differently to different people.

Salta, dispara y grita: ¡Ah, ah, ah! Salta, rebota y brinca ¡Yo, yo, yo!
The singer repeats the chorus once again, encouraging the listeners to speak up and demand justice in society.

Cuando estamos en la tarima El planeta se pone pata' pa' arriba Es mi rima precisa, segura, concisa Aparte está elegante con lírica fina
The singer describes the effect of his performance on the audience, stating that they go wild with excitement. He takes pride in his lyrics and the message he conveys and insists that his performance is of the highest quality.

No te apresures, en ser yo Que dentro de un rato tendremos velorio Ese "bip" y el ladrón meritorio Se va con huequitos para el purgatorio
The singer warns the listeners not to imitate him and suggests that they might end up dead like him. He describes the fate of a thief whose life ends up in purgatory.

Y colorín colora'o El dizque maleante quedó destrona'o Y como ya yo me voy Los dejo con fondo de "Stick on" de Froyd Paparabai...
The singer declares victory over the so-called villains and asserts that he is leaving them behind. He signs off with a reference to Stick on by Froyd, a popular song in Panama.

Salta, dispara y grita: ¡Ah, ah, ah! Salta, rebota y brinca ¡Yo, yo, yo!
The singer repeats the chorus a final time, urging the listeners to take action and not remain silent in the face of injustice.

I shot the law! I'm shooting my gun I shot the law!
The song ends with a final repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the power of the people to take control and demand justice.