Eu Também Vou Reclamar

Raul Seixas' song "Eu Também Vou Reclamar" is a satirical commentary on the state of society and the music industry. The lyrics reflect Seixas' frustration with the trend of protest songs becoming a commercial success. He sarcastically decides to join the bandwagon, questioning the authenticity of such movements. This is evident in the lines, "Mas é que se agora pra fazer sucesso / Pra vender disco de protesto / Todo mundo tem que reclamar." Seixas, known for his rebellious spirit, critiques the superficiality of societal complaints and the commodification of dissent.

The song delves into the mundane aspects of life, juxtaposing them with grand existential questions. Seixas describes being locked in his room, reading about extraordinary events like a pilot stealing a MiG or finding ice on Mars, while lamenting the lack of a chicken in his backyard. This contrast highlights the absurdity of focusing on distant, sensational news while ignoring immediate, personal issues. The lyrics, "Um piloto rouba um mig / Gelo em Marte, diz a viking / Mas, no entanto, não há galinha em meu quintal," encapsulate this irony.

Seixas also touches on the existential crisis of modern life. He questions his identity and purpose, pondering, "Quem eu sou? Da onde venho? E aonde vou dá?" Despite the abundance of information and explanations around him, he feels disconnected and unfulfilled. The song ends on a note of resigned acceptance, with Seixas acknowledging his role as a "latino-americano" who, despite his complaints, remains a transient figure in the grand scheme of things. This resignation is poignantly captured in the lines, "E sendo nuvem passageira / Não me leva nem à beira disso tudo / Que eu quero chegar."