Burocracia

The song 'Burocracia' by Delirium (Hnd) is a scathing critique of the corrupt and superficial nature of bureaucratic elites. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of an individual who walks the streets with an air of arrogance, flaunting their wealth and luxury. This person is depicted as someone who has amassed their fortune through dishonest means, forgetting the moral cost of their actions. The imported clothes, bought name, and luxury cars symbolize the hollow nature of their existence, where appearances are everything but substance is lacking.

The song delves deeper into the consequences of living a life built on deceit and superficiality. The 'palace of empty appearances' is a metaphor for the shallow and unfulfilling life that comes with prioritizing material wealth over genuine human values. The lyrics suggest that such a life leads to mediocrity and ultimately, a reckoning where one must pay with their own life when faced with the truth. This stark warning highlights the inevitable downfall that comes with living a lie.

Furthermore, 'Burocracia' contrasts the opulent lifestyle of the corrupt with the harsh realities faced by those suffering from poverty and hunger. The 'clown' who celebrates while others die of hunger serves as a powerful image of the disconnect between the privileged and the underprivileged. The song questions the morality of a system where the wealthy can throw lavish parties while the poor struggle to survive. The mention of 'immense gifts' and the curiosity about how many of these people wish to see the bureaucrat buried underscores the resentment and anger felt by those who are oppressed by such a system.