In 1984 four school mates Kefir, Krzysiek, Kuba and Skóra formed their first band. In 1985 named "Afront". In 1986 as first polish christian punk band (yep, it was Afront not Armia) they won 3rd place in christian song festival.
The band ceased performing in 1996, but have never formally disbanded. In summer 2004 they're back.
Band's official website thebill.pl
Band members
Jacek "Szmer" Szulikowski - drumset (1988-1989)
Dariusz "Kefir" Śmietanka - guitars, vocals
Robert "Mielony" Mielniczuk - drumset (1989 onwards)
Artur "Soko" Soczewica - bass guitar, vocals
Dariusz "Skóra" Stawski - vocals (Played with the band, but was never an official member)
Discography
1993 - The Biut (pronounced similar to 'debiut' meaning 'debut'), reedition in 2000
1994 - Początek Końca (The Beginning of the End)
1995 - Sex 'N' Roll
2000 - Daję wam ogień (I give you fire) - recorded in 1996, but not released until 2000
Pragnij I Walcz
The Bill Lyrics
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Śmierć to wolność wolność to strach
Walka to droga cel jest pragnieniem
Śmierć wyzwoleniem pragnij i walcz
Walka to droga cel jest pragnieniem
Śmierć wyzwoleniem pragnij i walcz
Sen to marzenia miłość to sens
Wiara jest dobra myślenie złe
Pieniądze to wolność wolność to śmierć
Wiara jest dobra myślenie złe
Pieniądze to wolność wolność to śmierć
Śmierć wyzwoleniem nadzieją jest strach
Świt to początek końca dnia
Noc jest zbawieniem wolność zniewoleniem
Walka to droga pragnij i walcz
Noc jest zbawieniem wolność zniewoleniem
Walka to droga pragnij i walcz
Wolność jest Twoim zniewoleniem
Śmierć to wolność wolność to strach
Walka to droga cel jest pragnieniem
Śmierć wyzwoleniem pragnij i walcz
Walka to droga cel jest pragnieniem
Śmierć wyzwoleniem pragnij i walcz
The lyrics to The Bill's song "Pragnij I Walcz" convey a powerful and thought-provoking message about freedom, death, fear, and the pursuit of one's desires. The opening lines, "Wolność jest Twoim zniewoleniem" (Freedom is your enslavement), suggest that true freedom may come with its own limitations and constraints. It implies that sometimes the quest for freedom can trap us in various forms, whether it be societal expectations or personal insecurities.
The next lines, "Śmierć to wolność, wolność to strach" (Death is freedom, freedom is fear), further explore the paradoxical nature of freedom. It suggests that the fear of losing control or facing the unknown can often accompany the desire for freedom. The theme of struggle is emphasized throughout the lyrics, as indicated by the lines "Walka to droga, cel jest pragnieniem" (Struggle is the path, desire is the goal). Here, the idea of fighting for what one desires, even if it leads to their ultimate liberation through death, is highlighted.
The second verse delves into the contrasting concepts of dreams, love, hope, faith, and money. It challenges conventional notions by suggesting that hope is foolishness, and that faith is good while thinking is bad. It also makes a bold statement about money, claiming that it represents freedom, but ultimately leads to death. These lines provoke reflection on the true value of material possessions and the potential dangers of excessive wealth.
The chorus repeats the main themes of freedom, death, and the path of struggle. It reinforces the idea that freedom can be both liberation and bondage, and that the pursuit of one's desires often involves a fight.
Overall, "Pragnij I Walcz" presents a complex philosophical perspective on freedom and the human condition, encouraging listeners to question societal norms and explore the true meaning of liberation.
Line by Line Meaning
Wolność jest Twoim zniewoleniem
Freedom is your enslavement
Śmierć to wolność wolność to strach
Death is freedom, freedom is fear
Walka to droga cel jest pragnieniem
Struggle is the path, the goal is desire
Śmierć wyzwoleniem pragnij i walcz
Death is liberation, seek and fight
Sen to marzenia miłość to sens
Dreams are sleep, love is meaning
Nadzieja jest matką głupotą nie
Hope is a mother, not of foolishness
Wiara jest dobra myślenie złe
Faith is good, thinking is bad
Pieniądze to wolność wolność to śmierć
Money is freedom, freedom is death
Śmierć wyzwoleniem nadzieją jest strach
Death is liberation, hope is fear
Świt to początek końca dnia
Dawn is the beginning of the end of the day
Noc jest zbawieniem wolność zniewoleniem
Night is salvation, freedom is bondage
Walka to droga pragnij i walcz
Struggle is the path, desire and fight
Noc jest zbawieniem wolność zniewoleniem
Night is salvation, freedom is bondage
Walka to droga pragnij i walcz
Struggle is the path, seek and fight
Wolność jest Twoim zniewoleniem
Freedom is your enslavement
Śmierć to wolność wolność to strach
Death is freedom, freedom is fear
Walka to droga cel jest pragnieniem
Struggle is the path, the goal is desire
Śmierć wyzwoleniem pragnij i walcz
Death is liberation, seek and fight
Walka to droga cel jest pragnieniem
Struggle is the path, the goal is desire
Śmierć wyzwoleniem pragnij i walcz
Death is liberation, seek and fight
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