Tão Iguais

Dead Fish's song 'Tão Iguais' is a powerful critique of societal and political issues in Brazil. The lyrics express a deep frustration with the normalization of absurdities and injustices in the country. The opening lines, 'Eu grito pelo meu país / Que finge / Os absurdos tão normais / Onde estou,' set the tone for a song that is both a personal and collective outcry against the status quo. The artist laments the widespread impunity and corruption, highlighting how these issues are perpetuated by the very people who are supposed to represent the public's interests.

The song delves into the personal impact of these societal issues, reflecting on the artist's own experiences and upbringing. The interlude where the artist recalls his father's advice to study and be someone in life, juxtaposed with the mention of infamous cases like Aracelli and Ana Angélica, underscores the disillusionment with the idea that hard work and honesty alone can lead to success. This sentiment is further emphasized in the lines, 'Se resignar e aceitar / Se eles são apenas dez? / Não terá o seu quinhão / Tão sujo quanto o deles,' which suggest that accepting the status quo means becoming complicit in the same corruption.

'Tão Iguais' also carries a message of hope and determination. The artist vows to act differently and strive for more genuine and real changes, as seen in the lines, 'Eu desejei o meu lugar / Vou agir da minha forma / Quero coisas mais reais!' This resolve is not just for personal gain but for the betterment of society as a whole, including loved ones and those who suffer under the current system. The song ends on a reflective note, questioning whether things will ever change but still holding onto the promise to make a difference.