...and Justice for All
Metallica Lyrics

Halls of justice painted green
The justice system, symbolized by a hall, is corrupt because even the symbols of justice are painted green (the color of money).

Money talking
Money is what motivates the corrupt justice system, not justice itself.

Power wolves beset your door
The powerful individuals who control the justice system are coming after you.

Hear them stalking
You can sense their presence and the danger they bring.

Soon you'll please their appetite
The wolves are like predators who will only be satisfied when they have destroyed their prey, which could be you.

They devour
The wolves consume their prey, leaving nothing behind. You will be destroyed if you face them.

Hammer of justice crushes you overpower
The so-called 'justice' system is more like a hammer that crushes you and uses its overpowering force against you.

The ultimate in vanity
The justice system is the ultimate display of vanity, as it claims to be just but is motivated by greed.

Exploiting their supremacy
The people controlling the justice system are exploiting their power and authority to further their own interests.

I can't believe the things you say
The artist is incredulous at the lies and justifications used by those in power to maintain their supremacy.

I can't believe I can't believe the price you pay
The singer is appalled by the cost people have to pay to maintain their freedom and rights in the face of an unjust system.

Nothing can save you
You are helpless against the power and corruption of the justice system.

Justice is lost justice is raped
The justice system has been completely destroyed and violated in every way possible.

Justice is gone
Justice no longer exists in the system, it has been replaced by greed and self-interest.

Pulling your strings Justice is done
The people in power are controlling every move you make and using the justice system to enforce their will.

Seeking no truth winning is all
The justice system is not interested in seeking truth or promoting justice, their only goal is to win at any cost.

Find it so grim so true so real
The reality of the situation is so bleak and depressing that it is hard to believe but it is true.

Apathy their stepping stone so unfeeling
The people in power use apathy and lack of compassion as a means of climb the ladder of success in the corrupt justice system.

Hidden deep animosity so deceiving
The people in power harbor deep-seated anger and hatred, and they use it to manipulate others and deceive the masses.

Through your eyes their light burns
The people in power are blinding you with their lies and manipulations, and you are slowly becoming a part of their corrupt system.

Hoping to find
The people in power are counting on you to fall into their trap, hoping that you will never question the status quo.

Inquisition sinking you with prying minds
The justice system uses their inquisitive nature to turn against you and drag you down, even if you are innocent.

Lady justice has been raped truth assassin
The justice system has raped and destroyed the ideals of justice, and they have become the enemies of the truth.

Rolls of red tape seal your lips
The system puts so many restrictions and obstacles in your path that you can't even speak out against them.

Now you're done in
You are trapped in a system that has already decided your fate, you have no way out now.

Their money tips her scales again Make your deal
The people in power are manipulating the scales of justice with their money and power, and you have to make a deal with them just to survive.

Just what is truth I cannot tell Cannot feel
The justice system has become so corrupt that the truth is impossible to determine anymore, and people are unable to feel compassion for each other.

Nothing can save us
The artist is deeply pessimistic about the chances for justice in the corrupt system, and sees no hope for change.