“El 08” plunges us into the adrenaline-charged world of a cartel foot soldier whose radio code is 08. Peso Pluma, a rising star from Guadalajara, narrates how this Michoacán-born guardian now protects turf in Jalisco, rolling with an elite crew armed with “cuerno de disco,” “treinta y ocho,” and bulletproof trucks. The lyrics mix military jargon, place names, and shout-outs to allies like Javier Guerrero and el señor Mencho, painting a vivid map of his daily grind: patrolling the sierra, staying alert to drones (“las antenas en mochilas”), and remembering clashes such as the one in Tanhuato.
Beneath the firepower, the corrido also shows the human side of “08.” He loves weekend cookouts, volleyball matches, and road races with his brother Leo. Loyalty and respect run through every line: fallen friends are honored, family roots are praised, and rivals are warned that he backs up his words with proof. In short, the song is a gritty yet charismatic snapshot of modern narco culture—blending danger, camaraderie, and regional pride into a hard-hitting anthem that keeps listeners hooked from the first strum of the guitar.
Hassan Emilio Kabande Laija, known professionally as Peso Pluma, is a groundbreaking Mexican singer and rapper born in 1999 in Zapopan, Jalisco. He revolutionizes regional Mexican music by blending traditional sierreño corridos with urbano genres like Latin hip hop and reggaeton, crafting a fresh and dynamic sound that has captivated global audiences.
Since his debut in 2020, Peso Pluma has risen to international fame with hits like "Por Las Noches" and "Ella Baila Sola," the latter marking the first regional Mexican song to break into the Billboard Hot 100 top 10. His albums, including the Grammy-winning Génesis and the double album Éxodo, showcase his talent and versatility, establishing him as Mexico’s most-streamed artist of all time and a key figure in the revival of the corrido tradition.