Rifamos comes from the verb rifar, which literally means "to raffle" or "to risk". However, in Mexican slang, especially in regional contexts like the one this song comes from, rifamos is used to mean "we're the best", "we rock", or "we excel at something".
In the context of "El Compa Meno", when the lyrics say "La rifamos", it's a declaration of confidence and skill, implying that they are very good at what they do, whether it's driving their 4x4s or navigating life in general. It's a vibrant and colloquial expression of pride.
This song, "El Compa Meno," is a shout-out from Los Minis de Caborca to their friend, Compa Meno, from San Luis RÃo Colorado! It's clear from the start that this is a song about loyalty and staying strong through tough times. The lyrics mention "aunque la vida ya me ha dado varios golpes" [even though life has already given me several blows], showing a resilient spirit.
Compa Meno also talks about his family being sacred and how he adores his children, even carrying a gun to protect them: "para cuidarlos traigo las nueve que le adoran" [to protect them I carry the nine that they adore]. He's a guy who loves his fast cars, too, with "pinches roles 4x4 bailando más y por la Obregón" [damn 4x4 trucks dancing around on Obregón street] and a "motor lo traigo alterado" [I have an altered engine]. It's a fun, energetic track about friendship, family, and living life on your own terms.