Since performing heavily as a touring powerhouse, Mumpsy has been televised on CBS, won the Collegiate Nationals Music championship in San Diego, took "best garage pop" in Sufjan Steven's Great Xmas Song Xchange, performed at Cinevegas 07, and showcased in October 08 at CMJ in New York. Their latest release was a self-financed 7" EP, "Posturing," which showcased a live, blistering sound, more accurate to their live presence. A free download "Mortgaging Our Future For Right Now," was also released as a free album of b-sides and rarities on their website in Summer 09. This will be replaced by a new album of b-sides taken from their most recent recording session in late 2010.
In Spring 2011, Mumpsy will embark on a 25 city tour that will take them to SXSW in Austin, TX. They plan on self-financing and releasing their 3rd full-length in Late Fall 2010 entitled 'Fatelifter.'
Worried Mind
Mumpsy Lyrics
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For a chance to explain the way things have really been going.
Destructive, so destructive.
Destructive, so destructive.
'Cause I'm not at all the way your worried mind wants me to be.
Sun sets to the west (I've fallen ill.)
This day to the next (I will be catching.)
'Cause I'm catching the attention of your worried mind.
We all, in some ways, try to finish it all ourselves.
So that everyone else can get on with the things
I'm sure they would rather be doing.
Such destructive, awful things.
Such destructive, awful things.
Such destructive, awful things I'm sure they would rather be doing.
Sun sets to the west (I've fallen ill.)
This day to the next (I will be catching.)
You will be wise to stand clear
'Cause I'm catching the attention of your worried mind.
I'm catching the attention of your worried mind.
The lyrics of Mumpsy's song Worried Mind convey a profound sense of self-awareness and introspection, as the singer acknowledges his own destructive tendencies and tries to reconcile them with the expectations and worries of those around him. The opening line, "Capture the attention of your worried mind," sets the tone for the song, as the singer confronts the listener with a challenge to confront their own anxieties and fears. He then proceeds to offer an explanation of his own behavior and thoughts, admitting that he is "not at all the way your worried mind wants me to be."
As the song progresses, the singer reflects on the reality of human nature, where individuals often struggle with their own demons and try to cope with them in ways that may be harmful or counterproductive. He observes that "we all, in some ways, try to finish it all ourselves," suggesting that people often attempt to mask their vulnerabilities and insecurities by engaging in self-destructive behavior. The repetition of the phrase "such destructive, awful things" underscores the gravity of this self-destructive tendency.
The concluding lines of the song bring the theme full circle, as the singer reminds the listener that he is "catching the attention of your worried mind." This could be interpreted as a call to action, as the singer urges the listener to confront their worries and insecurities head-on, rather than seeking to escape or avoid them.
Line by Line Meaning
Capture the attention of your worried mind
Taking the opportunity to explain the truth and clear up any worries.
For a chance to explain the way things have really been going.
Offering an opportunity to provide context and honesty about recent events.
Destructive, so destructive.
Acknowledging that harmful behavior has occurred.
'Cause I'm not at all the way your worried mind wants me to be.
Recognizing that expectations of behavior do not align with reality.
Sun sets to the west (I've fallen ill.)
Expressing personal troubles or struggles.
This day to the next (I will be catching.)
Anticipating improvement or recovery.
You will be wise to stand clear
Suggesting that others distance themselves from the singer's behavior.
'Cause I'm catching the attention of your worried mind.
Implying that the artist's actions will cause concern or anxiety.
We all, in some ways, try to finish it all ourselves.
Acknowledging that people may try to handle everything on their own.
So that everyone else can get on with the things
Explaining that people may try to appear in control for the sake of others.
I'm sure they would rather be doing.
Conveying the idea that others likely have their own priorities beyond the singer's concerns.
Such destructive, awful things.
Repeating the acknowledgement that negative behavior has occurred.
'Cause I'm catching the attention of your worried mind.
Reiterating that the singer's actions will cause concern or anxiety.
I'm catching the attention of your worried mind.
The singer is deliberately trying to address and confront concerns or worries.
Contributed by Evelyn T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.