Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: grindcore
Song Meaning of “Palavras de um Indigente” by Plague Rages
This powerful anthem speaks to the injustice facing destitute individuals walking the streets. It tells the story of a homeless person’s plight—the daily struggle for survival, the injustices of poverty, and the despair of facing an uncertain future. The narrator implores us to listen to their plight and not turn away in indifference. He longs for understanding and compassion, and hopes that his story serves as a call to arms for helping those who suffer in silence. The song paints a bleak picture of desperation, but also expresses a yearning for a brighter future, where everyone can live and thrive. The chorus is powerful—a plea to society, that we must fight for those who lack power and resources, that we must listen to and support each other, and that we should never allow a lack of resources to undercut a voice. The narrator speaks for all oppressed and marginalized people, reminding us that we must stand together to create a better world.