Pose (Anos 90)

Engenheiros do Hawaii's song "Pose (Anos 90)" is a vivid and surreal exploration of the chaotic and contradictory nature of the 1990s. The lyrics paint a picture of a world where traditional norms and certainties are questioned, and the boundaries between reality and absurdity blur. The opening lines, "Vamos passear depois do tiroteio" (Let's go for a walk after the shooting) and "Vamos dançar num cemitério de automóveis" (Let's dance in a cemetery of cars), set the tone for a journey through a dystopian landscape where the remnants of modern life are juxtaposed with moments of unexpected beauty and rebellion.

The song's chorus emphasizes a spirit of defiance and resilience, urging listeners to "remar contra a corrente" (row against the current) and "desafinar do coro dos contentes" (sing out of tune with the chorus of the content). This reflects a desire to challenge the status quo and resist the complacency of mainstream culture. The lyrics also highlight the absurdity and superficiality of societal norms, with lines like "Não é pose, não é positivismo" (It's not a pose, it's not positivism) and "Tô fora voodoo, ranço, baixo astral" (I'm out of voodoo, rancor, low spirits), rejecting the pretense and negativity that often accompany social expectations.

Throughout the song, there is a recurring theme of transformation and adaptation. The lines "Se faltar calor, a gente esquenta" (If there's no heat, we'll warm up) and "Se faltar o vento, a gente inventa" (If there's no wind, we'll invent it) suggest a proactive and creative approach to overcoming obstacles. The song also touches on the fleeting nature of life and the inevitability of change, with references to birth and death, and the passage of time. Ultimately, "Pose (Anos 90)" captures the essence of a decade marked by uncertainty, innovation, and a relentless quest for meaning in a rapidly changing world.