Montagem Guerreira (Fama de Putona)
Tati Quebra Barraco
Empowerment and Defiance in 'Montagem Guerreira (Fama de Putona)'
Tati Quebra Barraco's 'Montagem Guerreira (Fama de Putona)' is a bold and unapologetic anthem that challenges societal norms and stereotypes about women, particularly those related to sexuality and reputation. The repeated line, 'Fama de putona so porque como seu macho,' translates to 'Reputation of a slut just because I sleep with your man,' which directly confronts the double standards and slut-shaming prevalent in society. Tati's use of the word 'esculaxo,' meaning to criticize harshly, indicates her defiance against those who judge her based on her sexual choices.
The song also emphasizes a sense of readiness and resilience with the lines 'Se prepara mona que a gente ta na pista, Sem neurose,' which means 'Get ready, girl, we're on the scene, no neurosis.' This suggests a carefree and confident attitude, encouraging women to embrace their freedom and not be bogged down by societal expectations or judgments. The use of 'mona,' a colloquial term for a close female friend, adds a layer of camaraderie and solidarity among women.
Tati further dismantles traditional gender roles and expectations with the lines 'Seu pittbull é Lassie, tu é rosa ou margarida? Tu tem marra de Sansão mas tu é Dalila,' which translate to 'Your pitbull is Lassie, are you a rose or a daisy? You act tough like Samson but you're really Delilah.' Here, she mocks the facade of toughness and masculinity, suggesting that true strength lies in authenticity and self-acceptance. By referencing biblical characters Samson and Delilah, Tati highlights the complexity of gender dynamics and the often hypocritical nature of societal judgments.