As Boias Sao Nossos Amigos
Come Restos
The Dark Humor of Lifesaving Buoys
The song "As Boias Sao Nossos Amigos" by Come Restos is a darkly humorous take on the concept of lifesaving buoys. The lyrics repeatedly emphasize that buoys are our friends because they prevent us from dying in various gruesome ways, such as drowning with 50 liters of water in the stomach or suffocating and turning green before surfacing. This macabre imagery is juxtaposed with the cheerful repetition of the phrase "As bóias são noços amigos," creating a stark contrast that highlights the absurdity of the situation.
The song continues with even more grotesque descriptions, such as squids bursting in your face and cockles damaging your genitals, followed by the corpse laughing because the squids have eaten its lips. This vivid and grotesque imagery serves to further the dark humor and satirical tone of the song. The repeated refrain and the playful "LALALALALA" chant add a layer of irony, making the song both disturbing and oddly catchy.
Come Restos, known for their provocative and often controversial lyrics, use this song to challenge the listener's perceptions of safety and danger. By presenting lifesaving buoys in such a morbid light, the band forces us to confront the thin line between life and death and the often absurd measures we take to protect ourselves. The song's playful yet macabre tone is a hallmark of Come Restos' style, blending dark humor with social commentary to create a memorable and thought-provoking piece.
