Hanybal's song "Abolish Frontex" is a rap track that criticizes the actions and policies of Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency. Frontex's main role is to protect the external borders of the European Union and manage migration and asylum. However, the lyrics express a negative view of the organization and its practices. The song begins with strong words towards Frontex, expressing a desire for them to have a bad day and calling them an "elender Frontex-Soldat," which roughly translates to a "miserable Frontex soldier." It accuses Frontex of being responsible for people drowning in the sea due to their actions. The lyrics suggest that people are forced to flee, and Frontex's actions contribute to their perilous journeys. The focus then shifts to criticize Frontex's superiors, referring to them as "ekligen Wichser," which can be translated as "disgusting assholes" or "repugnant wankers." The song also touches upon larger political issues, such as colonialism, Western values, and the impact of these on the lives lost at sea. The lyrics highlight the hypocrisy and racism in border politics and the unequal treatment of refugees. It implies that white individuals are more easily granted asylum compared to African men who are unfairly labeled as criminals. The song challenges the listener to question the notion of border control and the portrayal of refugees as violent or dangerous. The chorus repeatedly calls for the abolition of Frontex, suggesting that the agency should be completely dismantled. The lyrics continue to criticize the organization, calling it "verlogen" (deceitful) and accusing it of robbing land and imposing corrupt systems that lead people to take dangerous journeys on boats. The song also pays tribute to humanitarian organizations and individuals involved in search and rescue efforts, thanking them for making humanity slightly better. It acknowledges the ongoing tragedy of people drowning in the sea while right-wing extremists continue to criticize and lack empathy for those trying to improve their children's future. The lyrics further discuss the historical context of Europe's rise and Africa's suffering as a consequence. The song mentions the Kurdish boy Alan Kurdi, whose death became an iconic symbol of the refugee crisis. It criticizes the moral failures of the West in not saving him and highlights the ongoing presence of racism and right-wing extremism in Europe. The song ends with a plea to support and donate to organizations like Seebrücke (a German grassroots movement advocating for the rights of refugees and migrants). It encourages listeners to take action against Frontex and its practices through financial support for humanitarian efforts. Overall, "Abolish Frontex" is a critical, politically charged song that expresses discontent with Frontex's border policies and criticizes the wider societal issues surrounding migration and asylum in Europe.
