Proprietários do Terceiro Mundo

Dead Fish's song "Proprietários do Terceiro Mundo" is a powerful critique of the socio-economic and political conditions in the Third World, particularly focusing on Brazil. The lyrics paint a grim picture of unfulfilled promises and the harsh realities faced by the marginalized populations. The opening lines highlight the contrast between the fertile land waiting to be cultivated and the closed, bitter fists of the Third World's proprietors, who have shed too much blood to forgive. This imagery underscores the exploitation and violence that have become endemic in these regions, perpetuated by a narrow-minded and murderous mentality prevalent in the favelas.

The song delves deeper into the systemic issues plaguing the Third World, such as mineral exploitation, violence, and materialism. The high-rise buildings symbolize the superficial progress that masks the underlying social decay. The phrase "order and progress" is a direct reference to Brazil's national motto, which the band criticizes as being blind to the suffering of the homeless and the hungry. The lyrics suggest that the so-called educated elite are too detached to recognize the brewing chaos and the demand for justice from the oppressed.

Despite the bleak depiction, the song ends on a hopeful note, calling for freedom, peace, strength, and love. It emphasizes that true liberation and justice can only be achieved if people realize the importance of love, life, and expression. The repeated assertion that loving, living, and singing will not be in vain serves as a rallying cry for unity and resistance against the oppressive systems. Dead Fish uses their music to inspire awareness and action, urging listeners to strive for a better world where justice and compassion prevail.