Dusted

Sepultura's 'Dusted' is a powerful exploration of deception, self-deception, and the consequences of living a lie. The lyrics convey a sense of frustration and anger towards someone who hides the truth and creates a false reality. The repeated phrase 'You make me mute' suggests a feeling of being silenced or oppressed by the lies of another. This theme is further emphasized by the lines 'Revealing a farse / Created by your mind,' indicating that the deception is a deliberate act of manipulation.

The song also delves into the internal struggle of the narrator, who is caught between cooperating with the deceit and the desire to expose the truth. The lines 'To cooperate and not be allowed / They're killing my name - sewing my mouth' highlight the conflict between self-preservation and the need for honesty. The repeated use of the word 'Dusted' serves as a metaphor for the consequences of living a lie, suggesting that the truth will eventually come to light and the falsehoods will be exposed.

The chorus, with its stark warning 'You gonna fall hiding the truth / You gonna crawl finding the truth,' underscores the inevitable downfall that comes with deception. The narrator's internal turmoil is evident in the lines 'To blame myself it's my disgrace / To blame the world by my mistakes,' reflecting a deep sense of guilt and responsibility. The song's intense and repetitive structure mirrors the relentless nature of the struggle against deception, making 'Dusted' a raw and compelling anthem of truth and accountability.