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What does it mean?
The speaker claims to have released harmful forces from prison to cause torment.
In plain terms
I let dangerous forces out from behind bars to hurt people.
What can you take from it?
Acknowledge the potential consequences of release.

Where it applies

  • confession
  • threat
  • legal context

Questions to consider

  • What does releasing 'devils' signify in this context?
  • Is this a confession or a boast?

Another view

The meaning is vague and could be metaphorical or literal.

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