"Hail The Sun's song "Human Target Practice" is a critique of police brutality and abuse of power. The lyrics express anger and frustration towards those in positions of authority who misuse their power, resulting in the wrongful deaths of innocent people. The song starts by urging others to cover up their actions and make sure no one is watching while they commit acts of violence. The lyrics then address the perpetrators directly, referring to them as "public servant/swine" and expressing disbelief that such abuse still exists. The line "Did you see them kill him? Crush him?" emphasizes the harsh reality of the violence being inflicted by those in power. The chorus highlights the band's desire for justice and retribution, urging those who have been wronged to fight back against their oppressors. The phrase "Kill them. Crush them. Stand and watch them cling to life" expresses a desire for the abusers to experience the pain they have caused others. The lyrics also touch on the idea of karma, suggesting that although justice may be slow in coming, there will eventually be consequences for those who have committed acts of violence. The lines "Karma works too slow. No regrets for what you've done" suggest a lack of remorse or accountability on the part of the abusers. The song also tackles the dehumanizing effects of abuse, referring to the perpetrators as "nothing" without their weapons. The lines "You are nothing when you take away the gun" underscore the band's belief that those in power are only formidable because they have the means to cause harm. In the outro, the lyrics describe a scene of torture and fear, challenging the abusers to experience the same terror they inflict on others. The phrase "Let's sit you down, peel all your nails back" suggests a desire to make the abusers truly understand the pain they have caused. Overall, "Human Target Practice" confronts the issue of police brutality head-on and encourages listeners to question the abuse of power and stand up against injustice."
