Mozambican singer Sidof David caused a stir on social media with a realistic post exposing the psychological and emotional consequences of violence. In his post, the artist directly and bluntly questions the impact of being involved in extreme situations, such as the use of weapons and the loss of life, reflecting on the weight that this type of experience carries for any human being.
“Questions I can’t find the answers to!” was the starting point for Sidof David, who continued with perplexing questions. He wonders how someone can feel about firing a gun and killing three teenagers. The question is harsh, but real, and reflects one of the greatest moral dilemmas faced by those involved in violent acts. How is it possible to cope with the weight of the lives lost and the consequences of these actions?
The singer's reflection continues, questioning the feeling after the mission has been accomplished and the impact of living with the weight of such responsibility. Sidof David reveals the internal conflict that many may experience, a disconnect between what one does and the return to daily life.
The artist concludes his reflection with a bitter question about the reaction of young people who, upon seeing someone who has been involved in tragedies, still greet them on the street. This suggests discomfort and questioning about what happens inside the person who carries this burden.
At the end of the post, Sidof David bids farewell with a message: “It hurt me to see that massacre, rest in peace boys!”. This tribute to the teenagers who lost their lives in the context of violence carries a tone of lament, not only for the loss, but also for the cruel reality of violence in some communities.
