Poco Pan

Def con Dos, a Spanish rap-metal band known for their provocative and satirical lyrics, delivers a scathing critique of modern society in their song 'Poco Pan.' The title, which translates to 'Little Bread,' is a play on the Roman phrase 'panem et circenses' (bread and circuses), used to describe superficial appeasement. The band suggests that contemporary distractions are not only insufficient but also detrimental.

The lyrics juxtapose various elements of modern life, contrasting materialistic and superficial desires with more subversive and rebellious alternatives. For instance, the preference for a warehouse over a suburban house and a chainsaw over a Ferrari symbolizes a rejection of conventional success and luxury. The song advocates for visceral experiences and raw entertainment, such as visceral movies and sex, over sanitized and commercialized forms like reality TV and sports.

Def con Dos also criticizes societal stupidity and conformity, pointing out that the true enemy is organized, sober, and boring. The lyrics call for radical actions, such as vandalizing art and disrupting media, to challenge the status quo. The repeated phrase 'Poco pan y pésimo circo' underscores the dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs, urging listeners to join the 'Escuadrón de las Sombras' (Squadron of Shadows) in their anarchistic endeavors. The song's rebellious spirit is encapsulated in its closing lines, which suggest that even minor acts of defiance, like farting and burping, can contribute to a larger movement against societal norms.

The song's satirical tone and rebellious message resonate with Def con Dos's broader musical style, which often blends humor with sharp social commentary. By advocating for unconventional forms of resistance and highlighting the absurdity of modern distractions, 'Poco Pan' serves as a rallying cry for those disillusioned with contemporary society.