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The song is a powerful pacifist manifesto. It warns the common citizen against propaganda—the "black print" of mobilization posters—and calls for personal rebellion, famously urging the listener to "smash your rifle against the pavement" ( rżnij karabinem w bruk ulicy ).

The lyrics employ sharp, pejorative language to describe the ruling class ( "fat scoundrels," "shyster" ), contrasted with the empathetic address to the worker ( "my neighbor," "uneducated friend" ). akurat_do_prostego_czlowieka

The full 1929 text and its history are archived on Poezja.org . The song is a powerful pacifist manifesto

Can be heard on the Akurat Official YouTube Channel . The full 1929 text and its history are archived on Poezja

The song by the Polish rock/reggae/ska band Akurat is a high-energy adaptation of Julian Tuwim’s iconic 1929 anti-war poem. It remains one of the band's most recognizable tracks, originally released on their 2003 album Prowincja . Historical & Cultural Context

Akurat’s 2003 musical version gained significant popularity as it coincided with global tensions surrounding the , giving the 1920s text a renewed, modern relevance. Musical & Lyrical Analysis

Akurat's interpretation blends rock, ska, and punk elements, using a driving tempo that matches the urgent, percussive nature of Tuwim's original meter. Quick Resources Full Lyrics: Available on Genius and Tekstowo .