The song DuemilaNonSoCosa by Jesto is a commentary on contemporary society, taking aim at the media and the way it shapes our thoughts and beliefs. The song begins with Jesto criticizing the way television educates people, saying that it's an insane era in which we live. He spends his nights writing on sheets of paper about the craziest things he's experienced, all while playing high-stakes poker. He's dismissive of those who cross him, saying that he wouldn't even acknowledge their existence before God would. Jesto talks about how we live in a dog-eat-dog world, where people will do anything to make a quick buck, even robbing banks. He compares this to the life of the prophet Muhammad, who stayed at home while others went out to climb mountains. He complains that life is passing us by and that we're constantly being photographed, even at our worst moments. The song continues with Jesto discussing how we live in cities that were designed by madmen, tearing down trees to build towering skyscrapers. He talks about how we're all trapped in something we didn't choose, with no way out. Jesto vents his frustration about this corrupted society, how people are forced to give up their souls in exchange for wealth. He then takes aim at advertising and how it promotes the idea that everyone should own a car. Even though cars ruin the environment and contribute to air pollution, people continue to buy them anyway. Jesto also touches on the topic of cigarettes, calling them both killers and saying that the state is an assassin. The song takes a darker turn, as Jesto talks about the paranoia and madness that exists in the world. He sees the world as hypocritical and full of lies, even saying that the devil would sign his autograph on his latest album. Jesto recognizes that people are pitted against each other, with the world outside causing more pain than any one person could bear. Finally, Jesto talks about cyberspace and how we think we know everything about it, even though we don't. He emphasizes that everything is interconnected, even if it seems disjointed. The song ends with Jesto saying that he wanted to stay positive, but sometimes it's impossible. In summary, DuemilaNonSoCosa is Jesto's commentary on contemporary society and the issues that plague it. From media manipulation and environmental destruction to hypocrisy and paranoia, Jesto paints a bleak picture of the world we live in.
