Ultramemia

Def con Dos's song 'Ultramemia' paints a vivid picture of a dystopian society where conformity and obedience are paramount. The lyrics caution against questioning authority or deviating from the prescribed path of a 'perfect citizen.' The song critiques the monotonous and precarious nature of life in such a society, where aspirations are limited to minor promotions and the status quo is maintained at all costs. The repeated advice to 'calla y obedece' (shut up and obey) underscores the oppressive atmosphere where individual thought and dissent are discouraged.

The song also delves into the psychological manipulation employed by those in power. The 'sagrado timonel' (sacred helmsman) is depicted as a figure who thinks for the masses, rendering individual thought unnecessary and even dangerous. This centralization of thought and control is a common theme in dystopian literature and serves as a warning against the dangers of totalitarianism. The lyrics suggest that this system has been in place long before the listener was born, emphasizing its deep-rooted nature and the difficulty of challenging it.

'Ultramemia' also explores the social consequences of non-conformity. The protagonist's 'conducta inquieta' (unsettling behavior) makes them a target for social ostracism, highlighting the societal pressure to conform. The song's bleak conclusion, where living on one's knees is deemed more comfortable than standing up, encapsulates the hopelessness and resignation that pervades such a society. The repeated refrain 'Porque estás en Ultramemia' (Because you are in Ultramemia) serves as a grim reminder of the inescapable reality of this dystopian world.