Sonhos Colonizados
Dead Fish Lyrics

The lyrics to Dead Fish's song "Sonhos Colonizados" reflect a criticism of societal conformity and the loss of individual freedom. The song expresses an questioning and challenging attitude towards the way people have learned to live and the limitations imposed by external influences.

The lyrics start by questioning how one has learned to live in such a way, implying that there is pressure to conform to societal expectations. The line "Você nunca vai conseguir parar, nem perceber" ("You will never be able to stop, nor realize") suggests that individuals are trapped in a cycle of following orders and not being aware of the consequences. This is further emphasized by the line "Condenado à nunca olhar pro lado" ("Condemned to never look sideways"), indicating a tendency to ignore alternative perspectives and blindly follow what they are told.

The chorus challenges the listener to question their own identity and desires, asking "O que é você? O que você quer?" ("What are you? What do you want?"). It then criticizes the colonization of desires, implying that society has imposed its own wishes and expectations upon individuals. The line "Desejos colonizados, tente se livrar" ("Colonized desires, try to free yourself") suggests the need to break away from these imposed desires and to reclaim personal agency.

The lyrics also highlight the contrast between materialistic pursuits and meaningful fulfillment. The line "Coisas tão vazias pra mim, parecem ser tão cheias pra você" ("Things so empty to me, seem so full to you") implies that what seems important and fulfilling to society may not resonate with the individual. It questions who is responsible for this colonization of desires and challenges the listener to find their true self, instead of pretending to be what is expected.

In the final verse, the lyrics address someone who seeks to punish or control the singer, asking "Como você gostaria de me castigar? Me aponte a direção" ("How would you like to punish me? Show me the way"). It suggests that the person in question is capable of being better but chooses not to see it. The chorus repeats the questions about identity and desires, emphasizing that these colonized dreams will ultimately consume and devour individuals.