Plutonic Labs music ranges from ambient sound sculptures to futuristic Hip-Hop beats, the diversity of which is presented in art installations, films, performance soundtracks, and recordings on CD and vinyl.
His Debut LP Give Me Sabotage Shell was released in 2001 to a broad market and was strongly received in Australia and overseas, featuring on Englands Radio 1 Ninjatunes Solid Steel show with amazing DJ reactions. Plutonic Lab found fans all over the world from the likes of Aim, Herbaliser and Freddy Fresh to name but a few. Plutonic Lab is in the final stages of perfecting his upcoming solo LP.
Muphin has proved himself a consummate all rounder, winning the 2001 Victorian Verbal Mechanics Freestyle Battle Competition and since then performing countless live shows. His reflective and conscious song writing had its debut LP in 2003 with More Than Music.
Supports for international artists include, J-Zone (US), Mystik Journeymen (US), Sage Francis (US), Anticon (US), People Under The Stairs (UK), Foreign Legion (US) and locals Hilltop Hoods, Koolism and Lazy Grey.
They have released three albums together to date: Hunger Pains, (2004) Silence the Sirens, (2006) & ...And Then Tomorrow Came, (2008)
Muph solo: Who I Am (1999) & More Than Music (2003)
Plutonic Lab solo: Give Me Sabotage Shell, (2001) Collision Of Days, (2004) & Codes Over Colours, (2005)
Lost Ones
Muph & Plutonic Lyrics
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"Sons and lost gods long forgotten"
[Hook 1: Red Ghost]
Change in life, moves so fast
Thought delayed, as seconds pass
Head spinning, blood thinning, close to fainting
These constant circles, whirlpools evaporating
Raining later, similar conversations
The faces change up, we move through to new relations
I'm taken back, vertebrae working days
And I think that I heard a snap
Crack, there goes another gap to gain some length
Another phase may of just scaled over the fence
Rusted barbed wire impaling the present tense
Still uptight, holding the railing to the heaven scent
We'll never forget the effect left in a path
Another one lost becomes a one with the dark
[Hook 1: Red Ghost]
[Verse 2: Muph]
Remember kick to kick at the local oval
When best friends end, now I barely know you
Hopeful you found a piece of that pie
Enough food in that gut to keep you satisfied
Minimal parasites parading your perimeter
Fell on a deaf ear when they told you to give it up
Surely big enough to fight your own battles
But with memory intact, I'll be back to dismantle
The candle, eventually burns down the wick
As quick as they came, flickering flame
Life inflicting change, switch positions
When they finally leave is when we actually start missing
Been flicking through photo albums
And you want to tell them - what the hell you've been thinking
[Hook 2: Red Ghost]
Stepping back, turn away
Days ago, when memories fade
Torn apart, move so close
Right to merge, clothe the most
[Verse 3: Muph]
It's like absence - might just make the mind grow stronger
Start to feel fonder about part of your heart that'll make you a monster
Jane Fonda, where the hell you been?
Not on my tellie screen, you ain't helping me
Jealousy often plays a part
Siamese friendships get split in half
Once the grass coloured vibe glazes eyes
The face is a pride with tar and feather endeavour
To get the better of wasted time
Like you ain't no mate of mine, mind your business
Kept up to date with the Jews, only to lose your misses
Next Christmas in the blistering heat
You'll be missing a certain presence
Wondering, I hope they remember me
[Hook 3: Red Ghost]
Torn apart, move so close
Right to merge, clothe the most
Photographs, they're on display
Hide behind, broken frames
The lyrics of "Lost Ones" by Muph & Plutonic Feat. Red Ghost are about the inevitable changes in life and the loss of people that we used to know, and how that affects us. In the first verse, Muph describes feeling overwhelmed and disoriented by the constant changes in his life, and the way that people come and go. He talks about how he used to be close to someone, but now barely knows them, and hopes they are happy. In the second verse, he reflects on how time and distance can cause a rift in even the strongest friendships, and how jealousy and competitiveness can also play a role. He seems to be grappling with the inevitability of change, and how it makes us feel disconnected and lost, but also how it can inspire growth and resilience.
The chorus, sung by Red Ghost, is about the passing of time and how memories fade, but also how we are drawn back to the people and experiences that have had the most impact on us. The final verse takes a darker turn, as Muph compares the loss of a friend to the death of part of oneself, and suggests that it can turn us into monsters. He also touches on the idea of legacy and how we want to be remembered after we're gone, and how photographs can both memorialize and distort our memories of the past.
Overall, "Lost Ones" is a poignant and introspective exploration of the way that loss and change shape us over time, while still leaving us with the need to make sense of our experiences and connections.
Line by Line Meaning
Sons and lost gods long forgotten
People and things that were once important and revered but are now forgotten over time
Change in life, moves so fast
Life changes quickly and sometimes it's hard to keep up with the pace
Thought delayed, as seconds pass
Sometimes time moves so fast that it's hard to keep up with your own thoughts
Head spinning, blood thinning, close to fainting
Feeling overwhelmed and on the verge of passing out
These constant circles, whirlpools evaporating
Repeating patterns that eventually disappear and dissipate
Raining later, similar conversations
Recurring conversations that come up again and again
The faces change up, we move through to new relations
People come and go and we form new relationships with new faces
I'm taken back, vertebrae working days
Remembering days gone by and feeling a physical reaction to the memories
And I think that I heard a snap
Realizing that something has broken or changed irreparably
Crack, there goes another gap to gain some length
Another missed opportunity to make progress and move forward
Another phase may of just scaled over the fence
Another stage of life that has passed by
Rusted barbed wire impaling the present tense
Feeling stuck in the present and unable to move beyond it
Still uptight, holding the railing to the heaven scent
Feeling anxious and unsure, holding onto something for stability
We'll never forget the effect left in a path
The impact that someone had on our lives will always be remembered and felt
Another one lost becomes a one with the dark
When someone is gone, they become a memory and fade in the darkness of the past
Remember kick to kick at the local oval
Recalling happy memories of playing sports with friends
When best friends end, now I barely know you
Relationships can fade and people can become strangers, even when they were once close
Hopeful you found a piece of that pie
Wishing that someone found happiness and success after losing touch
Enough food in that gut to keep you satisfied
Feeling content with what you have, even if it's not a lot
Minimal parasites parading your perimeter
People who are not genuinely invested in your well-being, but still stay close in hopes of benefiting from your success
Fell on a deaf ear when they told you to give it up
Ignoring advice from others to pursue a goal or relationship, even when it's not in your best interest
Surely big enough to fight your own battles
Capable of handling your own problems and not needing others to fight your battles for you
But with memory intact, I'll be back to dismantle
Remembering past experiences and feeling the need to confront and resolve unresolved issues
The candle, eventually burns down the wick
Everything eventually comes to an end, even things that once burned brightly
As quick as they came, flickering flame
People and experiences can come and go quickly, sometimes leaving little impact
Life inflicting change, switch positions
Life changes and forces us to adjust and adapt to new circumstances
When they finally leave is when we actually start missing
Sometimes we don't appreciate someone or something until it's gone
Been flicking through photo albums
Spending time looking at old photos as a way of remembering the past
And you want to tell them - what the hell you've been thinking
Feeling the urge to express your thoughts and feelings to someone, even if they are no longer a part of your life
Stepping back, turn away
Retreating from a situation or relationship
Days ago, when memories fade
Memories can fade quickly, especially when time passes quickly
Torn apart, move so close
Feeling torn about a situation, but still drawn to it
Right to merge, clothe the most
Sometimes it's best to come together and unite, even in difficult circumstances
Photographs, they're on display
Pictures are a way of showcasing memories and emotions
Hide behind, broken frames
Sometimes memories can be painful and difficult to confront
Contributed by Cole A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.