Politimester Egil - Har du noe hasj?

Song Meaning

The lyrics present a darkly humorous, almost absurd interrogation about hashish. The initial lines, delivered by "Politimester Egil," are a relentless barrage of questions: "Har du noe hasj?" (Do you have any hash?). This repetition establishes an immediate, almost paranoid tone, painting a picture of a town obsessed with or policed for drug use, even late at night. The questions are pointed, directly asking if the subject is using or carrying hash, creating a sense of suspicion and unease. The second verse introduces a different perspective, presumably "Egil" himself, responding to the implied accusation. He claims he's only twenty-nine and not yet ready for such things, but plans to start next year when he turns thirty. His stated intention is cautious: "ei lita pipe i ny og ne" (a little pipe now and then), and crucially, he won't inhale deeply, fearing addiction and escalation to harder drugs. This reveals a peculiar, almost naive approach to drug use, framing it as a future, controlled indulgence rather than a current problem. The third verse, back to "Politimester Egil," pivots dramatically. After the initial suspicion, the officer seems satisfied with Egil's denial, stating, "SÃ¥ lenge du ikke driver med hasj" (As long as you don't do hash). However, the officer's own desire surfaces immediately: he needs hash for his mother-in-law's birthday. The questions become a plea, "Du kan ikke selge meg noe hasj da?" (Can't you sell me some hash then?), revealing the initial interrogation as a thinly veiled attempt to score drugs. This twist highlights a profound hypocrisy and the absurd lengths one might go to obtain a substance they are ostensibly policing. What makes these lyrics so effective is the sharp contrast between the official role of the "Politimester" and his personal, almost desperate need for hash. The initial, aggressive questioning is undermined by his later admission and request, creating a comedic yet unsettling portrayal of authority figures. The repetition of "Har du noe hasj?" transforms from a policing query into a desperate, almost pathetic plea, showcasing a character driven by personal desire rather than civic duty.