Lucro (Descomprimindo)

BaianaSystem's song 'Lucro (Descomprimindo)' is a powerful critique of the rapid urbanization and capitalist greed that are suffocating natural spaces and local communities. The lyrics vividly describe the encroachment of construction on beaches, symbolizing the broader environmental degradation and loss of public spaces. The repeated line 'Não consigo respirar' (I can't breathe) underscores the physical and metaphorical suffocation caused by these developments. This phrase also resonates with global movements against systemic oppression, adding layers of meaning to the song's message.

The song juxtaposes the natural elements of the sun and moon with the artificial constructs of buildings and oil rigs. The sun and moon represent a connection to nature and a simpler, more harmonious way of life, while the 'especulação imobiliária' (real estate speculation) and 'petróleo em alto mar' (offshore oil) symbolize the destructive forces of capitalism. The artist's plea to 'tire as construções da minha praia' (remove the constructions from my beach) is a call to reclaim these natural spaces and resist the relentless push for profit.

The chorus, with its repetition of 'Lucro' (Profit) and 'Máquina de louco' (Crazy machine), critiques the dehumanizing effects of capitalism. The 'máquina de louco' suggests a system that drives people to madness in the pursuit of profit, reducing human lives to mere economic units. The song's introspective questions about healing wounds ('O que é que sara a tua ferida?') invite listeners to reflect on the personal and collective damage inflicted by this relentless pursuit of profit. BaianaSystem's blend of Afro-Brazilian rhythms and socially conscious lyrics creates a compelling call to action, urging listeners to reconsider their relationship with the environment and the economic systems that govern their lives.