The beginning of the group can be dated to 1990. It arose from the ruins of punk trio Hrdinové Nové Fronty ("The Heroes of the New Front", H.N.F.). The frontman of XIII. Století, Petr Štěpán, says:
It is logically only one genre, which can grow up from punk past, without declining their music from the past.
During evolution, the membership of the group changed many times, but the original members of singer Petr Štěpán and drummer Pavel Štěpán have remained with the group throughout.
The most important part of the group's activity is the concerts, well known as "monstrosity" shows. The longevity of the gothic group is remarkeable in the Czech Republic.
During their years they have released many albums. The first was a CD Amulet with a fresh guitar sound. The second was an album with a more "pop" sound, Gotika. These two albums were released by the company Monitor. Then XIII. Století started co-operation with the company Happy Music and released through them three dark gothic albums - the energetic Nosferatu, Werewolf and Ztraceni v Karpatech.
XIII. Století became very popular in Poland and Slovakia, especially after their attendance at the Gothic Fest in Bolkow in 1999. Their popularity grew, not only in Poland but in Italy and other European countries.
The activities of Petr Štěpána are very diverse - from appearance in theatre to writing books. He is an author of The Book of Nosferatu - Vampire Bible.
Between 2001 and 2003 there was long pause in their musical output, but the band is now back again.
Justina
XIII. Století Lyrics
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Justino ty naslouchej už vychází tvůj černej den
A někde v dálce svítá do nových časů
Své naděje co postrádáš nezahazuj co nepoznáš
Divoký havran přináší tvá znamení
I v hříchu zůstaň stejná
A na osud nezoufej
A z dálky přichází zas další šedý den
Justino tvé zvonění co nohy v tanec promění
Jsi víla lesů přicházíš když den jde spát
Jen tisíc nocí protancuj a nezoufej na osud svůj
Vždyť tvoji kletbu promění až svítání
I v hříchu zůstaň stejná
A na osud nezoufej
Vždyť víš že neutečeš nikam
A z dálky přichází zas další šedý den
Justino kam utíkáš ty cesty světa dobře znáš
A z natažené ruky umíš život číst
Ten nevěří kdo nepoznal tvou pavučinu kouzel pár
Jsi víla lesů čarodějka opuštěných
I v hříchu zůstaň stejná
A na osud nezoufej
Vždyť víš že neutečeš nikam
A z dálky přichází zas další šedý den
This song, Justina, by XIII. Století is a hauntingly beautiful ballad dedicated to a woman named Justina. The lyrics suggest that Justina is going through a tough time, as her "black day" is approaching. However, there is a glimmer of hope, as a new day is dawning in the distance. The song is filled with references to nature and the idea that Justina is like a magical forest fairy who brings light and joy to the darkness. The "wild raven" brings her signs and symbols, almost as if guiding her through this difficult time.
The lyrics also suggest that Justina should not despair, even in the midst of her struggles. She should stay true to herself and her values and not give up hope. The lyrics remind us that we cannot run away from our destiny, but we can face it with courage and determination.
The poetic lyrics of this song capture the listener’s attention through its beautiful imagery and the soft melody. The song has a cathartic quality that speaks to the human condition, reminding us of the difficulties we all face in life and how we must find the strength to persevere.
Line by Line Meaning
Justino ty naslouchej už vychází tvůj černej den
Justina, listen up, your dark day is already coming out
A někde v dálce svítá do nových časů
And somewhere in the distance, a new dawn is shining
Své naděje co postrádáš nezahazuj co nepoznáš
Don't throw away your hopes just because you don't recognize them
Divoký havran přináší tvá znamení
A wild raven brings your signs
I v hříchu zůstaň stejná
Remain the same even in sin
A na osud nezoufej
Do not despair for fate
Vždyť víš že neutečeš nikam
After all, you know that you can't escape anywhere
A z dálky přichází zas další šedý den
And from a distance, another gray day comes again
Justino tvé zvonění co nohy v tanec promění
Justina, your ringing that turns your feet into a dance
Jsi víla lesů přicházíš když den jde spát
You are a fairy of the forests who comes when the day goes to sleep
Jen tisíc nocí protancuj a nezoufej na osud svůj
Just dance through a thousand nights and do not despair for your fate
Vždyť tvoji kletbu promění až svítání
After all, dawn will transform your curse
Justino kam utíkáš ty cesty světa dobře znáš
Justina, where are you running? You know the ways of the world well
A z natažené ruky umíš život číst
And you can read life from an outstretched hand
Ten nevěří kdo nepoznal tvou pavučinu kouzel pár
Those who have not known your spider web of a few spells do not believe
Jsi víla lesů čarodějka opuštěných
You are a fairy of the forests, a witch of the abandoned
Writer(s): Petr Stepan
Contributed by James T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.