As Klay and Criss began to write the songs, they began to develop a strong friendship. Both loved to make the same type of music and both had the same cyberpunk visual image that was incorporated heavily into the World of Illusion stage-shows. Angeldust did not last that long as Criss went onto to further his solo illusionist career and Klay formed his latest project, Celldweller. Up to this day, even though both men are busy with their own successful projects, Klay still helps Criss Angel make music for his popular Mindfreak television show, most notably the theme song to the show. Accordingly, Klayton can be seen in the Mindfreak music video, playing guitar and keyboards. Select songs from the System trilogy have since been compiled and re-released on the Criss Angel Mindfreak soundtrack.
Mindfreak
Criss Angel Lyrics
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These flowers bleed your tears
The darkness calls your name
I'm staring down your fears
There's pleasure in this pain
Don't think you are alone,
'Cause soon I think you'll find,
Screaming inside your mind (your mind)
...(I am inside your mind ...I hypnotize)
[Chorus]
I am the Mindfreak... Mindfreak!
There's no reality - Just this world of illusion,
That keeps on haunting me
I am the Mindfreak... Mindfreak! (x4)
My ego pushes you,
It's never satisfied
My will is cutting through
I see the truth inside
Don't think it's killing you
'Cause soon I think you'll find
You are the voice you hear
Screaming inside your mind (your mind)
...(I am inside your mind ...I hypnotize)
[Chorus]...
...(I've got to touch your mind ...I hypnotize)
Are you ready? Go!
[Chorus] ...Mindfreak!, (x3)
...Are you ready?
The lyrics to Chris Angel's "Mindfreak" are dark and mysterious, immediately capturing the listener's attention. They suggest that there is an alternate reality, a world of illusion that haunts the singer, and that he is capable of penetrating the minds of his listeners. The opening lines "These flowers bleed your tears, the darkness calls your name" are metaphorical, evoking a sense of melancholy and despair. However, the singer then asserts that he has the power to stare down the listener's fears and that there is pleasure to be found in this pain.
The chorus, which is repeated several times throughout the song, emphasizes the idea that there is no reality, just the world of illusion. The singer is a "Mindfreak," someone who can hypnotize and penetrate the minds of his listeners. The lyrics suggest that the singer's ego is insatiable and that he is always seeking new ways to test the limits of his control. The final lines of the song are a challenge to the listener: "Are you ready? Go!" It's unclear what the singer is demanding from his listeners, but it's clear that he wants them to be prepared for whatever comes next.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you ready?...
Are you prepared for what's coming?
These flowers bleed your tears
The beauty around you can also hold pain.
The darkness calls your name
You're drawn to the unknown.
I'm staring down your fears
I see your doubts and weaknesses.
There's pleasure in this pain
You seek comfort in the discomfort.
Don't think you are alone,
You're not the only one going through this.
'Cause soon I think you'll find,
You'll soon realize.
I am the voice you hear,
I'm the one in your head.
Screaming inside your mind (your mind)
I'm shouting in your head.
...(I am inside your mind ...I hypnotize)
I manipulate your thoughts and feelings.
[Chorus]
The Mindfreak is here.
There's no reality - Just this world of illusion,
What you see is not what you get.
That keeps on haunting me
I'm consumed by this world.
My ego pushes you,
I'm in control.
It's never satisfied
I always want more.
My will is cutting through
I'm breaking through your barriers.
I see the truth inside
I know what you're really thinking and feeling.
Don't think it's killing you
Don't worry, this won't hurt.
You are the voice you hear
You have the power to control your thoughts.
...(I am inside your mind ...I hypnotize)
I still have influence over you.
...(I've got to touch your mind ...I hypnotize)
I need to control you.
Are you ready? Go!
Let's see what happens.
[Chorus] ...Mindfreak!, (x3)
I am the Mindfreak, and I'm not going anywhere.
...Are you ready?
Are you ready for more?
Contributed by Brooklyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TheUnXplainedZone
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@ghostface4250
anyone remember when mindfreak was huge? I remember always watching A&E as a kid just to watch this show, especially the segment in the show where he shows you how to do a trick at home
@willis4734
I use to watch it every week when it first came out back in 2005
@infrared4892
This and dog the bounty lmfao ahhh childhood
@astralenlightenment1743
Used to watch this show and operation repo lmao
@gabeplay7426
That was my family bonding time ๐mom dad and sister all on the couch like O_O Yas
@danielamaro4554
And that segment blew my mind every single time
@daxmonkeyfeet2574
Hearing that theme song back brought back some crazy memories and feelings . I couldn't imagine seeing him in person and turning down meeting him much less being in the show .
@toby7161
After 6 years I finally got to see him in person and it was worth the wait!
@MoonpieLittleRain
I still love Criss Angel. Nothing's changed.