3 Lyrics in English by Neton Vega
Tostones are slices of plantain that are fried twice, a mouth-watering Caribbean snack. In Mexican street slang, however, tostones can also refer to wads of money, so when the song says “Drones y tostones” it’s talking about high-tech gear and big cash. This vivid double meaning makes the word both tasty and intriguing for learners.
Neto Vega's "3" is a corrido that drops you right into the life of a cartel boss. He's not subtle about it at all. He lays out his job description from the first line: "Como el corrido, yo alíneo cabrones" (Like the corrido, I line up bastards). He explains that he and his people are in charge of a growing operation, managing everything from "rutas, embarcos, camiones y aviones" (routes, shipments, trucks, and planes). It's a family business, and he feels a duty to his father, saying he will "nunca voy a defraudarle" (never let him down).
This isn't just about business, though. The song is full of threats and boasts about his power. He warns his enemies to "eviten la pena de que sean la cena" (avoid the shame of being dinner) and talks about having modern weapons like drones for war. He proudly places himself in Jalisco and challenges anyone to a fight to "a ver si salen vivos" (see if you get out alive). He also shows off his wealth with expensive watches like a Richard Mille and a Jacob & Co. It's a direct and confident look into a dangerous world, where he claims to be at the top.
