From Streetsweeper to Songsmith: Macario's Unique Ode to "The Last of Us"

Music and The Last of Us , this connection is unquestionable and it exists in both the game and the series. An intriguing detail that surfaced with the release of the second season of The Last of Us Was the Latin American campaign featuring Mexican vocalist Macario Martinez.

Via the verified account of Max Latin America , an official video has been released featuring the song " Si te mentí "("I lied to you")," crafted specifically for the series and also influenced by the song Future Days , which appears in The Last of Us Part II It has also gained popularity due to the dynamic between the lead characters, Joel and Ellie, which has attracted over 40 thousand views.

This is the essence of Macario Martínez's song.

Starting off similar to the Pearl Jam tune, but in Spanish, " Si te mentí The piece delves into Joel’s ethical quandary regarding his choice to safeguard Ellie. It blends folk styles, establishing a link that aligns well with the game’s atmosphere yet adds an innovative flair. This exemplifies how music has the ability to bridge gaps and unite individuals across various cultural backgrounds.

Who is Macario Martínez?

Macario Martínez A 23-year-old man from Veracruz is experiencing a vastly different reality now compared to just a few months back when he earned his keep as a street sweeper for theMexico City sanitation authority.

In early 2025, he became an internet sensation after uploading a video onto TikTok where he was seen singing "Sueña lindo, corazón" during his shift as a street sweeper. He captioned the post with: "Life demands much from us, but here’s a simple street cleaner like me requesting your attention for my musical offering."

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