In 2012, Gorbel founded a new band, Night Terrors of 1927, along with friend Blake Sennett (former lead guitarist of the band Rilo Kiley. That band split on 5 May 2017 and the same day Gorbel announced his involvement with a new band, Mourners, and a side project entitled Numblife.
In 2018, The Honorary Title re-united for a short tour to celebrate the 15th release anniversary of their first self-titled EP.
On April 3, 2018, The Honorary Title announced on their Facebook page a reunion show to celebrate the 15th release anniversary of their first self-titled EP.
Ten Years Older
Jarrod Gorbel Lyrics
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Taken Prisoner Like A Soldier
You Left Your Home For What Seemed Noble
Give Anything To Do It Over
Alone Now
There Must Be Some Other Way
To Control How Your Anger Turns Into Rage
'Cause I Know, I Know Life's So Unfair
We Used To Escape Under The Brilliant Glare
It's The High That Conquered You
Stole The Soul From The Friend That We Knew
Well Everyday It's Something Else
Divert The Blame From Yourself
'Cause You Can Never Do Wrong
Feels So Good, So Good To Be Alone Now
For Too Long Now
You've Been Misunderstood
All Alone Now
Go And Save Yourself
'Cause I Know, I Know
Life's So Unfair
We Used To Escape Under The Brilliant Glare
It's The High That Conquered You
Stole The Soul From The Friend That We Knew
Well Are The Rumors True?
Did Your Family Rescue You?
'Cause You Pushed Everyone Else Away
I've Heard So Many Things
Don't Know What To Think
Did You Really Try To Put It All To An End?
'Cause I Know, I Know
Life's So Unfair
We Used To Escape Under The Brilliant Glare
It's The High That Conquered You
Stole The Soul From The Friend That We Knew
Stole The Soul From The Friend That We Knew
Stole The Soul From The Friend That We Knew
Stole The Soul
From The Friend That We Knew
In "Ten Years Older" by Jarrod Gorbel, the lyrics describe the aftermath of a person's journey through addiction and the toll it has taken on them and their relationships. The first verse sets the scene of the person waking up ten years later, feeling like they have been taken prisoner by their addiction, but yearning to go back and make different choices. The chorus acknowledges the unfairness of life and the feeling of escape that used to be provided by their friend, but the addiction has taken over, stealing their soul.
The second verse addresses the blame-shifting and denial often present in addiction, as well as the idea that being alone and disconnected is a better alternative than dealing with the consequences of addiction. The bridge questions what has happened to the person since the addiction took hold and whether they have been rescued by their family or if they have pushed everyone away. The repetition of the line "stole the soul from the friend that we knew" emphasizes the damaging effects of addiction on not only the person struggling with it, but also on their relationships and loved ones.
Overall, the lyrics of "Ten Years Older" offer a poignant meditation on addiction's long-lasting effects and the rocky terrain of recovery.
Line by Line Meaning
One Day You Woke Up Ten Years Older
The feeling that time goes by quickly and without warning.
Taken Prisoner Like A Soldier
Being at the mercy of life and its challenges.
You Left Your Home For What Seemed Noble
Purposefully stepping out of one's comfort zone in search of meaning.
Give Anything To Do It Over
The regret and longing for a chance to start over and make different choices.
Alone Now
Feeling separated from others due to life's circumstances.
There Must Be Some Other Way
Searching for alternatives and solutions to problems.
To Control How Your Anger Turns Into Rage
Attempting to find ways to regulate one's emotions and responses to situations.
'Cause I Know, I Know Life's So Unfair
Acknowledging the difficulty of life and its inherent injustices.
We Used To Escape Under The Brilliant Glare
Remembering the joy and freedom of youthful experiences and pursuits.
It's The High That Conquered You
The recognition of addiction and its power over decision-making and relationships.
Stole The Soul From The Friend That We Knew
The damage caused by addiction to oneself and one's relationships.
Well Everyday It's Something Else
The overwhelming feeling of constantly facing new challenges and obstacles.
Divert The Blame From Yourself
The tendency to avoid responsibility and accountability in difficult situations.
'Cause You Can Never Do Wrong
The entitlement and self-righteousness that can come from avoiding responsibility.
Feels So Good, So Good To Be Alone Now
The relief of being free from the expectations and pressures of others.
For Too Long Now
The sense that a difficult situation has gone on for too long and needs resolution.
You've Been Misunderstood
The feeling of being judged or criticized unfairly by others.
All Alone Now
Feeling completely isolated and separated from others.
Go And Save Yourself
Encouragement to take control of one's life and well-being.
Well Are The Rumors True?
The suspicion and questioning of rumors and speculation about someone's situation.
Did Your Family Rescue You?
The hope that one's loved ones were able to intervene and help during a difficult time.
'Cause You Pushed Everyone Else Away
The realization that addiction and difficult situations can cause alienation and estrangement from others.
I've Heard So Many Things
The confusion and uncertainty that can result from conflicting information and rumors.
Don't Know What To Think
The feeling of being overwhelmed and unsure of how to interpret information and rumors.
Did You Really Try To Put It All To An End?
The question of whether someone attempted to take their own life.
Contributed by Ian P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Boy & Birch Music
After 10 years I’ve come back to this song. This is one of those “change your life” type songs! Thank you for your beautiful music!
Amanda Kate
His voice is so incredible. I wouldn't mind waking up to his songs every day for the rest of my life.
Katrina
I met him last night at a twloha event and he was amazing. This was one of the songs he sang and it just hit me. <3
Leonardo SM
Amigo, que maravillosa voz, que maravillosa música, despierta una increíble sensación en el interior, saludos desde México 🖐️😁
YouCareMoreThanMe
You’ve consistently been a huge influence for me. Musically and just through the incredibly substance your songs have. They’re so real and can be felt so deeply. I came back to this song, I realized it had been 10 years since I first heard it…and in the years prior to now, I lived these words and feel them so much differently than before. Thank you for composing a safe haven for my mind in my moments of solitude.
Maria Cerejo
So so good. The song, the video, the whole album! Definitely one of my favorite songs ever and now it goes along with a great video! And the lyrics are just perfect to me "One day you woke up ten years older. Taken prisoner like a soldier. You left your home for what seemed noble. Give anything to do it over."
Damberrr Sinclair
I remember seeing the Honorary Title and then Jarrod Gorbel in Houston wayyy back in the day... Still have the pics. Voice is incredible and your music has literally saved my life. Thank you.
R G
Great video. Love the contrast of old to young; always hope and life, and youth in all of us. Nice job!
Grace Ferrigan
this song kills me a little every time i hear it, this man is a beautiful musician <3
Sweetmuffins0018
Amazing :) Great song and a perfect video