Raçaman

In 'Raçaman,' Natiruts delivers a powerful message of resilience and authenticity, addressing the struggles and misconceptions faced by the Afro-Brazilian community. The song opens with a defiant declaration of return, despite the hopes of those who wished for their failure. This sets the tone for a narrative that challenges hypocritical judgments and societal expectations. The phrase 'Estamos de volta' (We are back) is a bold statement of perseverance and resistance against adversity.

The lyrics critique the superficial and often derogatory labels imposed on the Afro-Brazilian identity. The line 'E essa conversa de preto Roots, é preto pobre, é preto sujo' (And this talk of Roots black, is poor black, is dirty black) highlights the stereotypes learned in school and perpetuated in society. Natiruts counters this by emphasizing that true 'roots' is about having the basic necessities of life, not the romanticized poverty that appeals to foreign tourists. This is a call for a deeper understanding and respect for the Afro-Brazilian experience, beyond the shallow and often exploitative narratives.

Furthermore, the song addresses the authenticity in the reggae music scene. The lyrics 'Aperta um pra acha que ta na consciência Rastafari, Que ser cantor de reggae é imitar o Bob Marley' (Light one up to think you're in Rastafari consciousness, That being a reggae singer is imitating Bob Marley) criticize those who adopt a superficial persona rather than embracing their true selves. Natiruts underscores the importance of sincerity and the difficulty of being genuine in a world full of deceit. The song ultimately calls for a return to authenticity and a rejection of falsehoods, both in personal identity and artistic expression.