They released an album, Interference and a split album called Faces do Terceiro Mundo with Dead Fish, Noção de Nada and Street Bulldogs. The band broke up and Philippe went to Dead Fish playing guitar.
Their last gig was on December 13, 2003 in Vitória, Espírito Santo.
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Members:
Philippe - guitar and vocals
Gaba - drums
Paulista - bass
Beto - guitar
Numb
Reffer Lyrics
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Go on vulnerable
Seduced by the flashing lights
became a slave of your own goods
Does the TV keep you company?
Rub your rheumy
what can you learn?
try to stay immute to this
social numbness
there's nothing to learn!
The lyrics to Reffer's song Numb depict the feelings of apathy and disconnection from society that often come with prolonged exposure to media. The first stanza describes a state of passivity, vulnerability, and surrender to material possessions. The line "Seduced by the flashing lights" alludes to the mesmerizing effects of technology and entertainment, which can easily distract us from the deeper truths of life. The second stanza questions the value of spending so much time in front of screens - "Does the TV keep you company?" - and depicts a resigned, detached state of being. The line "try to stay immune to this social numbness" suggests the singer's awareness of the dangers of withdrawing from the world, but also notes that "there's nothing to learn", implying a sense of hopelessness and futility in trying to break free from this numbness.
Overall, this song encourages listeners to reflect on the impact of media on their lives, and the potential harm of disengaging from the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Go on passive, lifeless
Continue to exist without any apparent drive or passion
Go on vulnerable
Proceed to remain open to harm, injury or attack
Seduced by the flashing lights
Lured by the brilliance of glamorous lights or attractions
became a slave of your own goods
Became enslaved by one's possessions or material wealth
Does the TV keep you company?
Do you rely on television or other media to alleviate loneliness or isolation?
Rub your rheumy
Rub your tired, bleary eyes
Resigned eyes
Eyes reflecting a sense of acceptance of a negative situation
what can you learn?
What is there to be gained from staying in a state of passivity?
try to stay immute to this
Attempt to remain unaffected or unresponsive to ongoing social numbness
social numbness
A loss of feeling or connectivity with one's community or society at large
there's nothing to learn!
There is no inherent value or opportunity for growth in a state of resignation and apathy
Contributed by Evan S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.