Dezerter was founded as SS-20 in 1981 in Warsaw and is one of the most popu… Read Full Bio ↴Dezerter was founded as SS-20 in 1981 in Warsaw and is one of the most popular punk bands from Poland.

They had to change their name to Dezerter because of the reaction of the Communist authorities (SS-20 was a clear reference to a type of Soviet ICBM).

Dezerter is regarded as one of the most influential bands in Polish rock. With fast guitar riffs and intelligent lyrics written by Grabowski, its concerts have drawn thousands of fans. Its LPs were very popular, especially in the late 80s and early 90s.

The most famous Dezerter concert took place during the 1984 Jarocin Festival in Jarocin, Poland and it was attended by some 20,000 people. The concert was recorded and later parts of it were released on the "Underground out of Poland" LP. Dezerter still remains the only Polish hardcore/punk band that toured Japan.

In March 2006 a 2-CD tribute album was released containing Dezerter covers played by various Polish bands. The first CD contains HC/Punk bands like Apatia, Schizma, Wlochaty, WC, Analogs etc. while the second has bands playing different syles of music (new wave, reggae, electro-punk, hiphop, folk, rockabilly etc.) giving their own character to the old Polish Punk classics. The album is called "Nie Ma Zagrozenia - Jest Dezerter".

Dezerter's official website: http://www.dezerter.most.org.pl

Discography:
KU PRZYSZLOSCI 7" (Tonpress, 1983)
JESZCZE ZYWY CZLOWIEK tape (1984)
IZOLACJA split tape w/ unknown bands from U.S.S.R. (1985)
UNDERGROUND OUT OF POLAND LP (MRR, 1987)
KOLABORACJA LP (Razem, 1987)
KOLABORACJA II LP (Poljazz, 1988)
WSZYSCY PREZECIWKO WSZYSTKIM LP (Arston, 1990)
LIVE IN JAPAN 7" (?)
BLASFEMIA LP (Izabelin, 1992)
DEZERTER 7" (NNNW, 1993)
HISTORIA CD/tape (Silverton, 1993 - compiles material from 1981-1992, including some unreleased songs)
ILE PROCENT DUSZY? CD/tape (Polton, 1994)
DEUTER CD/tape (Polton, 1995)
MAM KLY MAM PAZURY CD/tape (Polton/Warner, 1996)
ZIEMIA JEST PLASKA LP/CD/tape (NNNW, 1998)
DECYDUJACE STARCIE (2001)
NIELEGALNY ZABOJCA CZASU (Metal Mind, 2004)

Kolaboracja
Dezerter Lyrics

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Sprzedaj matkę
Napisz donos
Wydaj ojca
W ręce wroga
Podpisz kartkę
Deklaracji
Bo wysoka
Jest nagroda

Zdradź przyjaciół
I zasady
Wyzbądź się sumienia
Propozycja
Jest ponętna

Na ile
Się wyceniasz?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Dezerter's song "Kolaboracja" are a scathing critique of collaborationism, which was a major issue in Poland during the Communist era. The song calls out those who would betray their friends, families, and country for personal gain, suggesting that the lure of rewards and incentives can be powerful enough to make people abandon their principles and sell out those closest to them. The lyrics urge listeners not to succumb to these temptations and to remain steadfast in their beliefs, even in the face of overwhelming pressure and coercion.

Overall, "Kolaboracja" is a powerful statement on the corrosive effects of corruption and betrayal, and a reminder of the importance of standing up for what is right, even when it is difficult or dangerous to do so. The song's uncompromising message and driving punk rock energy make it a lasting classic of the Polish rock scene.

Line by Line Meaning

Sprzedaj matkę
Betray your mother

Napisz donos
Write a report to betray someone

Wydaj ojca
Betray your father

W ręce wroga
Into the hands of your enemies

Podpisz kartkę
Sign a document

Deklaracji
Declaration of betrayal

Bo wysoka
Because the reward is high

Jest nagroda
There is a reward

Zdradź przyjaciół
Betray your friends

I zasady
And principles

Wyzbądź się sumienia
Get rid of your conscience