All Pigs Must Die

The song begins with a stark and vengeful declaration: 'All pigs must die.' Immediately, the listener is thrust into a world of unapologetic wrath and condemnation. Death in June, led by Douglas P, juxtaposes the past and present, contrasting August 1969, a date infamous for the Manson family murders, with August 1999, marking the period of their contemporary grievances against World Serpent Distribution. The comparison injects a historical dimension to their anger, associating their targets with the 'pigs' mentioned in the bloody Manson narrative.

As Death in June repeats the refrain 'All pigs must die,' the chant-like delivery creates a ritualistic atmosphere. The rhythmic repetition simulates the heartbeat of the conflict, beating with indignation and the thirst for retribution. The phrase 'Sieg Heil Sublime' could be intended as a sinister mockery, and it rings with sarcasm through the song, further darkening the mood and illustrating the depth of their contempt.

The phrase 'Their trotters are in the mud' draws a metaphorical parallel between the distribution company executives and pigs wallowing in mire, suggesting corruption and greed. When coupled with the line 'They're better off with the Son of God,' it may suggest a need for spiritual cleansing or, more forebodingly, a death wish – the possibility of redemption through demise.

Finally, the emotional journey descends into a place of possession and proclamation: 'Their stolen riches are really mine.' This line asserts the band's claim over what was unjustly taken from them, and 'the law of the claw' evokes natural law – a survivalist's belief in taking back by force what is rightfully theirs. The emotional rawness of the song punctuates the sense of urgency and the right to remedy their wrongs.