LaBrie has continued to collaborate with Guillory since 2001, but the resulting albums "Elements of Persuasion", "Static Impulse" and "Impermanent Resonance" have been released under LaBrie's own name.
The term, LaBrie's creation, refers to gagging or silencing an individual's thought before it can be expressed in any manner, as he described it. He created the word from the combination of the words "mull" (meaning to ponder thought) and "muzzle" (meaning to gag)
Afterlife
Mullmuzzler Lyrics
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In a moment no hostile termination
Just reflection on the facts (on the facts)
(as I see them)
All that I, all that I have tried to do is be honest
with myself (yeah)
Now my agenda is shifting focus
Running against the tide of time
In the afterimage I've created for myself
In my afterlife - I've come of age
A generation late - my essence and my rage
A state of being here - my spirit soars
After time - after more
Laughter in the left field
Hanging on the ledge of what is real
I think it's gonna be all right
And I know you hear me
'Cause we're not that far apart
Now that I can see beyond myself
Last trip on a strange, strange ride
Every head a big world inside
Hey, it's my turn
Jawbreaker - jawbone
When the truth is finally shown
Now that I can see beyond myself
Now the truth is stranger than fiction
In my revolution of resistance
(now that I, now that I can see)
In a manic manipulation only contradictions follow
No exoneration in my afterimage I've created....
In my afterlife - I've come of age
A generation late - my essence and my rage
A state of being here - my spirit soars
After time - after more
In my afterlife - a soul of years
Beyond the frame of man
The boundaries and the years
In my afterlife the language grows
Feast on purpose - afterglow
The song "Afterlife" by Mullmuzzler depicts the journey of an individual in finding their true purpose and identity. The lyrics convey a sense of reflection on the choices made in life and how they have affected one's growth and understanding of oneself. The opening lines "In the aftermath of an afterthought we come to terms" suggest that a moment of realization has occurred, and the person has made peace with their past.
The lyrics also explore the complexity of life and the confusion that comes with navigating through it. The lines "Running against the tide of time, in an ocean of complexity and confusion" imply that it can be difficult to find one's purpose, especially when the concept of time seems limiting. The chorus "In my afterlife - I've come of age, a generation late - my essence and my rage, a state of being here - my spirit soars, after time - after more" suggests that the person has found their true self and feels a sense of freedom and fulfillment.
The song also touches on the theme of connection and understanding. The lines "I know you hear me 'cause we're not that far apart, now that I can see beyond myself" suggest that the person has gained a wider perspective and is able to connect with others on a deeper level.
Overall, the song "Afterlife" by Mullmuzzler is a thought-provoking and introspective piece that explores the journey of self-discovery and finding one's purpose in life.
Line by Line Meaning
In the aftermath of an afterthought we come to terms
We reflect on our decisions and accept the consequences.
In a moment no hostile termination
No harsh endings, just introspection.
Just reflection on the facts (on the facts)
Examining the truth, no sugarcoating.
(as I see them)
From my personal perspective.
All that I, all that I have tried to do is be honest
My only goal has been to be truthful.
with myself (yeah)
Being honest with oneself is important.
Now my agenda is shifting focus
My priorities are changing.
Running against the tide of time
Trying to move forward despite the challenges.
In an ocean of complexity and confusion
The situation is complicated and confusing.
In the afterimage I've created for myself
The image of myself that I've projected.
In my afterlife - I've come of age
Reflecting on my life after death.
A generation late - my essence and my rage
I've grown and changed, but it's taken longer than it should have.
A state of being here - my spirit soars
Despite everything, I'm happy with who I am now.
After time - after more
Time has passed, and things have changed.
Laughter in the left field
Finding humor in unexpected places.
Hanging on the ledge of what is real
Wondering what is true and what isn't.
I think it's gonna be all right
Optimism about the future.
And I know you hear me
Feeling understood by someone else.
'Cause we're not that far apart
Realizing that others have similar experiences.
Last trip on a strange, strange ride
Final journey on a bizarre adventure.
Every head a big world inside
Everyone has their own complex thoughts and feelings.
Hey, it's my turn
It's my time to make the most of my life.
Jawbreaker - jawbone
Challenging obstacles.
When the truth is finally shown
When everything becomes clear.
Now that I can see beyond myself
Having a broader perspective.
Now the truth is stranger than fiction
The reality is more bizarre than any story.
In my revolution of resistance
Fighting for what I believe in.
(now that I, now that I can see)
I see things more clearly now.
In a manic manipulation only contradictions follow
When things are constantly changing, it's hard to stay grounded.
No exoneration in my afterimage I've created....
I can't escape the parts of me that I've projected onto others.
In my afterlife - a soul of years
Looking back on my long life after death.
Beyond the frame of man
Going beyond the limitations of humanity.
The boundaries and the years
The constraints of time and space.
In my afterlife the language grows
My understanding of the world and myself continues to expand after death.
Feast on purpose - afterglow
Finding meaning and enjoyment in existence after death.
Contributed by Ian S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.