Y Si Me Miran plunges us into the modern world of the corrido bélico, where bravado, loyalty and danger ride side by side. Natanael Cano, Luis R Conriquez and Gabito Ballesteros paint a vivid picture of a young man patrolling his boss’s territory, sporting a gold-plated Glock and cruising in a flashy sports car. The repeated line “Y si me miran siempre al lado de mi cuerno” (“And if they see me always next to my rifle”) sets the tone: reputation is everything, and protection comes first. Power, street respect and high-octane lifestyle mix with tension you can almost feel in the beat.
Beneath the swagger, the lyrics reveal a conflicted heart. The narrator never wanted to be “del montón” (just another face in the crowd), so he chose the risky path, even if it breaks his mother’s dreams for him. He admits to living both good and bad moments, but fear has no place in his vocabulary. In short, the song is a raw confession of ambition and survival, celebrating the thrill of standing out while quietly acknowledging the heavy cost that comes with it.
Natanael Rubén Cano Monge, born on March 27, 2001, in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, is a groundbreaking Mexican rapper, singer, and composer.
He is best known for pioneering "corridos tumbados," a unique fusion of traditional regional Mexican corridos with modern trap and hip-hop elements. Beginning his career by uploading guitar covers and original songs on YouTube, Natanael quickly gained recognition for blending genres and storytelling. His hit "Soy el Diablo" gained international attention, especially after a remix with Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny.
Signed to Rancho Humilde and Warner Latina, Cano has released several successful albums and EPs, showcasing his dynamic style. Drawing inspiration from legends like Ariel Camacho and contemporary Latin trap artists, Natanael Cano continues to innovate and shape the future of regional Mexican music.