The band have released four studio albums, "Trickster" (1998), "Zerøspace" (2002), and "Trypt0fanatic" (2010). An EP "The Invisible Plan" (2011). And a remix EP "Phi In The Sky" (2001), released in between "Trickster" & "Zerøspace".
The band re-released "Trickster" as "Trickstereprocess" in 2004, which included 5 new bonus tracks, along with a bonus DVD. After the release of "Trickstereprocess", the group called it quits and went their separate ways. Free Dominguez went on to create an indie project while Bruce Somers created the band Shocknina.
In January of 2007, Free Dominguez sent out a newsletter via email stating that she and Bruce are collaborating once again on brand new Kidneythieves material. These sessions resulted in the brand new album "Tryptofanatic".
Kidneythieves have hired bassist Mirv Douglas and are working on their new EP "The Invisible Plan" to be released in October 2011.
Mustard Seed
Kidneythieves Lyrics
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Sweet Jesus show me through the Indian paintbrush
Faith was
Cursed upon me, a mustard seed was good enough for him and good enough to me
Or after all, will I shake my magic 8 ball, it's bubbling
And the brisk walking heartbeat won't tire me, it keeps me strong
Faith was
Pillar of salt, shaker of black
Killer of thought, turning my back
Believe you were wrong and said they would laugh and I'm trying to be humble about it
I like the rain, I like going against the grain
Seems to me I'm cutting out a simple pattern
She was weak
Hill up the road, watching my thoughts chase each other
Sweet Jesus show me the faith cursed upon me
She walked away
The lyrics to Kidneythieves' song "Mustard Seed" evoke a sense of confusion and conflict, but ultimately a determination to find one's own path. The opening lines describe a struggle to organize thoughts in a way that feels correct, despite the advice of others. The reference to the Indian paintbrush, a type of wildflower, suggests a desire for natural guidance rather than relying on external voices.
The repeated refrain of "Faith was cursed upon me, a mustard seed was good enough for him and good enough to me" reflects a wavering belief in religious teachings. While the singer recognizes the symbolic value of the "mustard seed" as a representation of faith, they seem to struggle with reconciling their own experiences with the dogmatic teachings they have been exposed to.
The final lines of the song pivot towards a more personal conflict - the singer feels rejected by someone they cared about deeply ("She walked away"). The references to a "pillar of salt" and "shaker of black" imply a sense of being stuck or trapped, while also acknowledging the potential for self-destructive behavior ("killer of thought"). The song ends on a note of defiance, with the singer declaring their love of nonconformity ("I like going against the grain") and expressing a determination to continue searching for their own truth.
Line by Line Meaning
Hill up the road, gathering thoughts never adding the way I want them
While I journey through life, I keep contemplating without reaching a conclusion that satisfies me
Sweet Jesus show me through the Indian paintbrush
I seek divine guidance in the beauty of nature
Faith was
Cursed upon me, a mustard seed was good enough for him and good enough to me
Despite my lack of faith, I endeavor to trust with as little as a mustard seed, just like my religion teaches
Or after all, will I shake my magic 8 ball, it's bubbling
When all else fails, I seek answers from things that are not exactly reliable
And the brisk walking heartbeat won't tire me, it keeps me strong
The excitement and passion for life keep me going, even in the face of challenges
Pillar of salt, shaker of black
Killer of thought, turning my back
I battle with the tendencies to take negative actions, harm myself, or shy away from mental challenges
Believe you were wrong and said they would laugh and I'm trying to be humble about it
While acknowledging my wrong decisions, I try to be humble in the face of criticism and avoid getting defensive
I like the rain, I like going against the grain
I find joy in non-conformity and enjoy things that are unconventional
Seems to me I'm cutting out a simple pattern
She was weak
I realize the beauty and simplicity in being content with basic things, unlike her who was not able to handle the ups and downs of life
Hill up the road, watching my thoughts chase each other
Sweet Jesus show me the faith cursed upon me
As I continue on my journey through life, I ask for God's help and guidance in overcoming my lack of faith
She walked away
Despite my efforts to help her, she chose to walk away and not seek my assistance anymore
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