Dura Lex Sed Lex
Hunter Lyrics

The lyrics of Hunter's song, "Dura Lex Sed Lex," convey the message of powerlessness and oppression of an individual in a society where laws and regulations dictate human behavior. The opening lines of the song, "Bezsenne noce... Stracone dni..." indicate restless nights and the loss of precious time, which are common occurrences for those who can do nothing to change their present circumstances. The singer then describes the frustration and anger that build up inside an individual when they are forced to conform to oppressive societal norms, and how this internal strife can boil over like blood reaching its boiling point.

The lyrics also address the fact that merely wanting change and freedom will not be sufficient to attain such. The lines, "Gdy zagotuje się krew... Nie wystarczy chcieć... NIE! NIE! NIE! NIE!" (When your blood boils, it's not enough to want it...NO! NO! NO! NO!) suggest that sometimes even strong emotions and desires are not enough to overcome societal oppression. The song suggests that people in such situations may need to fight to gain their liberties, and the censure they receive for such defiance is often cruel, symbolized by the "muzzle and leash" reference.

The song's title, "Dura Lex Sed Lex," is a Latin phrase that translates to "the law is harsh, but it is the law." It suggests that sometimes societal regulations can be unfair yet necessary to create order and balance. However, it also points out the dangerous aspects of such laws in the wrong hands, particularly the danger of abuse of power.