O Trabalhador
Dicró
The Satirical Dream Job: Dicró's 'O Trabalhador'
Dicró's song 'O Trabalhador' is a humorous and satirical take on the aspirations and expectations of a worker who desires a high-status job without the usual hard work associated with it. The lyrics are filled with irony and exaggeration, painting a picture of someone who claims to want to work but only under very specific and luxurious conditions. This character wants a top-tier position such as a director or president, and if necessary, would settle for being a manager. The demands include an imported car with a chauffeur, a good secretary, a computer, a cell phone, and a hefty salary of 20,000, all while claiming not to be too demanding.
The song continues with the protagonist's whimsical demands, starting with a vacation before even beginning the job search, and an advance payment to keep his partner happy. The lyrics also humorously mention the need for maternity leave right after the vacation, despite the protagonist being a man, which adds to the absurdity and comedic effect. The song ends with the protagonist suggesting that interested employers can call him, but if the secretary answers, it means he is resting, and they should leave a message for him to return the call when he wakes up.
'O Trabalhador' uses satire to critique the unrealistic expectations some people have about work and success. It highlights the disparity between the desire for high-status jobs and the willingness to put in the effort required to achieve them. Dicró's playful and exaggerated lyrics serve as a social commentary on the entitlement and laziness that can sometimes be found in the workforce, making the song both entertaining and thought-provoking.