Reality Joe

Attaque 77's song 'Reality Joe' offers a biting critique of modern society's obsession with fame and the superficiality of reality television. The lyrics tell the story of an individual who stumbles upon an opportunity to enter a reality show, thanks to a chance encounter with the son of a TV producer. This sudden prospect of fame leads the protagonist to make drastic changes in their life, such as going to the gym and spending time in a tanning bed, all in the pursuit of a more marketable image.

The repeated phrase 'Ahora si…!!! Me cago en Dios!!!' (Now yes…!!! I shit on God!!!) underscores the protagonist's disbelief and excitement at the chance to become famous. This exclamation also hints at a deeper sense of frustration and rebellion against societal norms and perhaps even divine order. The protagonist's eagerness to share their troubled past and seek revenge on those who wronged them highlights the therapeutic yet vengeful allure of public exposure. The line 'Tuve una infancia muuuuy jodida… Y ustedes van a pagar por eso!!!' (I had a very fucked-up childhood… And you all are going to pay for it!!!) reveals a desire to use fame as a platform for personal vindication.

The song's conclusion, where the protagonist's ice cream falls off their forehead and their chain comes off, serves as a metaphor for the fleeting and fragile nature of fame. It suggests that despite the initial excitement and transformation, the reality of fame is often disappointing and unstable. Attaque 77, known for their punk rock style and socially conscious lyrics, uses 'Reality Joe' to critique the shallow aspirations promoted by reality TV and the emptiness that often accompanies the pursuit of fame.