Detetive
Comunidade Nin-Jitsu
A Playful Comparison of Fathers: The Tale of a Detective and a Dispatcher
The song "Detetive" by Comunidade Nin-Jitsu is a humorous and playful narrative that revolves around the comparison between two fathers: one who is a detective and the other who is a dispatcher. The lyrics are repetitive and catchy, emphasizing the pride the narrator feels about his father's profession while simultaneously poking fun at the other father's seemingly mundane job. The song's structure is simple, with a chorus that repeatedly highlights the detective's adventurous and heroic deeds contrasted with the dispatcher's ordinary and less glamorous life.
The narrator's father, the detective, is portrayed as a brave and daring figure who faces legal challenges, catches criminals, and has thrilling experiences. This depiction is filled with action-packed imagery, such as entering a thief's house and breaking a television with a close-range shot. The detective's life is painted as exciting and full of prestige, knowing all the police officers and traveling to various places, including Punta del Este and the Wild West.
On the other hand, the dispatcher is depicted as a simple and somewhat cowardly character who leads a monotonous life. The lyrics mock the dispatcher's lack of excitement and bravery, suggesting that he hides behind shelves and is afraid of funerals. The dispatcher is also described as someone who frequents bars and does not handle significant responsibilities, such as dealing with witchcraft or even frying a simple snack. This stark contrast between the two fathers serves as the central comedic element of the song, highlighting the narrator's pride in his father's adventurous career while humorously belittling the other father's more ordinary life.
The song also briefly touches on a serious topic with the line "HIV positive," contrasting the narrator's negative status with the positive status of another, adding a layer of dark humor to the otherwise light-hearted and playful tone. This unexpected shift in the lyrics adds a surprising twist, further emphasizing the song's theme of comparison and contrast.
