As with most 20CM Records productions, the lyrics are packed with wordplay and acidic humor, targeting the hypocrisy of those who pretend to be respectable while benefiting from a corrupt system. Key Themes
The song frequently references drinking together, which in this context is a ritual of bonding that solidifies these "unbreakable" (yet fragile) alliances.
The beat is laid-back but ominous, providing a perfect backdrop for Cheloo and Ombladon’s cynical delivery. Parazitii - Cumetrie
It serves as a middle finger to the facade of post-communist Romanian high society, exposing the gritty, self-serving reality beneath the suits.
Not in the Mafia sense, but in the sense of local influential circles where everyone is "cousins" or "godparents" to ensure mutual protection. As with most 20CM Records productions, the lyrics
It mocks the "honor among thieves" mentality found in local politics and business, where merit matters less than who you’ve shared a meal (or a bribe) with.
If you are looking for a deep dive into the Romanian underground of the mid-2000s, "Cumetrie" is a definitive "piece" that captures the disillusioned, rebellious spirit of an entire generation. It serves as a middle finger to the
True to the group's signature style, the song is a biting, satirical take on Romanian social dynamics, specifically the concept of "cumetrie"—a term that literally refers to the relationship between a child's parents and their godparents, but colloquially describes a system of The Essence of the Piece