Crucificados pelo sistema
Ratos de Porão · 1984
18 min · 16 tracks · hardcore punk
Raw, aggressive riffs collide with fervent vocals, capturing the chaotic spirit of Brazil's political unrest in the early '80s.
Top tracks — play these first
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Morrer — The opener sets a relentless pace with its fast tempo and stark lyrics about mortality, encapsulating the album's urgent tone.
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Guerra desumana — This track directly addresses the horrors of war, blending aggressive instrumentation with poignant social commentary that defines the band's ethos.
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Crucificados pelo sistema — The title track serves as a rallying cry against oppression, highlighting the band's commitment to activism through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's raw energy and political themes create a strong impact within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features short, aggressive tracks averaging around two minutes each, maintaining a relentless pace throughout.
- Vocals are delivered in a shouted style, often overlapping with the instrumentation, creating a chaotic and urgent sound.
- Many songs employ abrupt tempo changes, shifting from fast-paced riffs to slower breakdowns, enhancing the sense of unpredictability.
- Lyrically, the tracks focus on social and political themes, with titles directly referencing issues like poverty and corruption.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of raw energy
- politically charged intensity
- frantic pacing with urgency
- for quick catharsis
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive tracks
- seek melodic, calm experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1984, Crucificados pelo sistema was Ratos de Porão's debut album, marking their entrance into Brazil's burgeoning hardcore punk scene. The band emerged from São Paulo, rapidly gaining attention for their intense sound and politically charged lyrics amidst a backdrop of dictatorship and social turmoil.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Napalm Death· Discharge· Cro-Mags
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Morrer 1:24
- 2 Caos 0:16
- 3 Guerra desumana 1:22
- 4 Agressão/Repressão 1:21
- 5 Obrigado a obedecer 1:01
- 6 Asas da vingança 1:11
- 7 Que vergonha! 0:49
- 8 Poluição atômica 0:58
- 9 Pobreza 1:01
- 10 F.M.I. 1:11
- 11 Só pensa em matar 2:14
- 12 Sistema de protesto 1:35
- 13 Não me importo 1:17
- 14 Periferia 1:00
- 15 Crucificados pelo sistema 1:22
- 16 Corrupção 0:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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