The song "A Funeral Party" by Exhumed tells the story of two notorious serial killers from the 19th century named William Burke and William Hare. The lyrics describe how Hare lures unsuspecting victims to their lodging by offering them hospitality and a place to rest. However, the victims soon realize that they are trapped and their fate is sealed. Dr. Knox, a medical practitioner, is also involved in their crimes. He turns a blind eye to their actions and purchases the corpses for dissection and medical research. The chorus, "A funeral party," suggests that their gatherings resemble a celebration, where the victims unknowingly participate in their own demise. The lyrics describe the deceptive nature of the killers, who provide alcohol to intoxicate their victims, making it easier to carry out their murders. The line "Intoxicated, the room starts to spin, and at that moment our night work begins" portrays the murderers taking advantage of their victims' vulnerability. As the song progresses, the narrative shifts to the consequences that catch up to the killers. Eventually, their actions are discovered by the authorities, and the "constable" is sent to arrest them. The line "False friends meet most unpleasant ends, the corpus delicti now made evident" suggests that the deceitful nature of their crimes leads to their downfall. Overall, "A Funeral Party" is a dark and gripping tale of the atrocities committed by Burke and Hare, shedding light on the gruesome world of body snatching and murder for profit in the 19th century.
