Requiem

Hunter's song "Requiem" delves into the haunting themes of madness, regret, and the consequences of one's actions. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a tormented soul, grappling with the horrors they have inflicted upon others. The recurring imagery of fire and blood symbolizes the inescapable torment and guilt that the protagonist faces. The phrase "wake up again hollow scream of night" suggests a cyclical nightmare, where the protagonist is repeatedly confronted with their past deeds.

The song's narrative seems to revolve around a figure who has committed atrocities in the name of a misguided cause, possibly a reference to historical or political events where individuals have justified violence for the sake of freedom or nationalism. The line "Extermination - in name of freedom!" highlights the irony and tragedy of such actions. The protagonist's realization of their madness and the subsequent fear that consumes them is poignantly captured in the lines "Madness and fear eating your brain" and "Now you're burning in your hell."

The chorus, with its powerful imagery of burning alive and being lifeless in a "dirty game," underscores the futility and despair of the protagonist's situation. The repetition of these lines emphasizes the relentless nature of their suffering. The song's title, "Requiem," traditionally a mass for the dead, further reinforces the theme of death and the finality of the protagonist's fate. The closing lines, "Can't you just cry? you will die," serve as a stark reminder of the inevitable end that awaits them, a culmination of their actions and the haunting memories that will forever plague them.