El Preso 〈WORKING〉

The lyrics were inspired by a letter Velásquez received from a friend, which described the profound pain of another friend serving a 30-year sentence on a drug charge. Lyrical Themes

Despite its infectious, danceable beat, the lyrics are somber and tell the story of a prisoner serving 30 years. Key themes include: El Preso

It was ranked No. 41 on El Tiempo's list of the 50 best Colombian songs of all time and is frequently cited as an essential "old school" track for anyone growing up in Colombia. The lyrics were inspired by a letter Velásquez