Siempre Pendientes (Always Alert) plunges listeners into the adrenaline-charged world of the modern corrido bélico, where Peso Pluma and Luis R Conriquez paint a vivid portrait of loyalty, status and constant vigilance inside Mexico’s powerful underworld. Over brisk guitars and brassy bursts, the narrators brag about riding a Lamborghini Urus at the head of a ten-truck convoy, guarding the “plaza” for the infamous Guzmán family. Name-drops like JGL (Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán), Iván and code numbers 09 and 27 reinforce a military-style hierarchy, while references to money “haciendo verdes,” luxury SUVs and ever-ready security rings highlight how danger and opulence coexist.
At its core, the song is a swagger-filled pledge of allegiance. The singers remind listeners that “the government is smart,” so their crew must stay smarter, “siempre pendientes.” It is equal parts warning and celebration, capturing the pride of those who feel untouchable because of the power behind them. For learners, the lyrics offer a raw glimpse into regional slang, cartel code and Mexico’s corrido tradition, showcasing how music can chronicle real-world tension with catchy hooks and bold storytelling.