The band broke up after the release of their third full-length Shorthand Operation. According to vocalist Jeff Suffering at the time, the album "quite possibly could be the best record I'll ever record." Explaining their breakup, Suffering said "we had a rough tour and nobody wanted to continue playing in 'Christian' music industry."
After breaking up, Suffering and guitarist John Spalding went on to form Raft of Dead Monkeys with label mate members of Roadside Monument. Suffering later went on to form the still-active Suffering & the Hideous Thieves. He also contributes to Mars Hill Church in Seattle, Washington, USA.
Members:
Jeff Suffering - Vocals, Keyboards, Bass, etc.
John Spalding - Guitar
Matt Johnson - Bass
Marty Martinez - Drums
also Matt Nelson, John Himmelberger, Jiles ONeal, Brian Trimble, Matt Bailey and Bill Power
Fulfilled
Ninety Pound Wuss Lyrics
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It becomes automatic.
Your wasting my time by apologizing.
I've come to expect this little from you.
It all ends in tears anyway.
My thoughts are captive.
My heartbeat quickens.
Lord show me your way.
Yet it's still clouding up my eyes.
And yesterdays tricks are getting older.
Will we be wiser next time?
Will there be a next time?
My heartbeat quickens.
My prayers are answered.
Lord set my path strait.
I'm needing you more and more.
I'm finding myself so hopeless.
There's something dead inside me
And I know your burning here too.
The back of my neck burning,
Twists me for new breath.
Becoming fulfilled.
New life taken eternal.
A sanity in step.
Tomorrow's a new death.
All is fulfilled.
New life's taking me over right now.
I'm fulfilled.
The lyrics of "Fulfilled" by Ninety Pound Wuss explore themes of change, hopelessness, and spirituality. The song starts off with a call for change, but the singer quickly becomes resigned to the idea that change is unlikely. He expresses frustration with someone who has apologized, suggesting that apologies are meaningless and a waste of time. The singer's thoughts are described as captive, likely indicating a sense of feeling stuck or trapped.
Throughout the song, the singer turns to a higher power for guidance and strength. He asks the Lord to show him the way and to set his path straight. Despite feeling distant from the blood that covers him (a possible reference to the blood of Christ), the singer continues to pray and seek spiritual fulfillment. There is a sense of desperation in his voice as he acknowledges that there is something dead inside of him. However, he also recognizes that God is present and burning within him.
The final verses of the song hint at a newfound sense of peace and fulfillment. The singer describes himself as becoming fulfilled and taking on new life. He sees tomorrow as a new death, but seems to be at peace with this idea. Ultimately, the song suggests that fulfillment and eternal life can be found through a spiritual journey, even in the face of hopelessness and despair.
Line by Line Meaning
We all call for change.
As a society, we desire progress and transformation.
It becomes automatic.
The call for change becomes reflexive and instinctual.
Your wasting my time by apologizing.
Your apology means nothing and does not bring about resolution.
I've come to expect this little from you.
I have low expectations for your actions or words.
It all ends in tears anyway.
No matter the outcome, pain and sorrow are inevitable.
My thoughts are captive.
My mind is trapped or limited.
My heartbeat quickens.
My heart races with anticipation or anxiety.
Lord show me your way.
I seek guidance and direction from a higher power.
The blood that covers me seems so far away,
The redemption or salvation I seek feels distant or unattainable.
Yet it's still clouding up my eyes.
Despite my struggles, my vision is obscured.
And yesterdays tricks are getting older.
The tactics or methods used in the past are becoming ineffective.
Will we be wiser next time?
Can we learn from our mistakes and improve our future choices?
Will there be a next time?
Is there an opportunity for a second chance or a new beginning?
My heartbeat quickens.
My sense of urgency and anticipation intensifies.
My prayers are answered.
My requests or wishes are fulfilled by a higher power.
Lord set my path strait.
I ask for guidance and direction on a clear and direct path.
I'm needing you more and more.
My reliance and dependence on a higher power continues to grow.
I'm finding myself so hopeless.
I feel discouraged or overwhelmed by my circumstances.
There's something dead inside me
I feel emotionally or spiritually lifeless.
And I know your burning here too.
I am aware that a higher power shares my pain and struggle.
The back of my neck burning,
I feel a physical manifestation of intensity or anticipation.
Twists me for new breath.
I am propelled or inspired to take a fresh perspective or approach.
Becoming fulfilled.
Finding a sense of satisfaction or contentment.
New life taken eternal.
A new beginning or transformation that will last forever.
A sanity in step.
A newfound mental or emotional balance or stability.
Tomorrow's a new death.
With each passing day, there are new challenges and struggles to overcome.
All is fulfilled.
All that I have sought or desired has been achieved or granted.
New life's taking me over right now.
I am currently experiencing a powerful transformation or rebirth.
I'm fulfilled.
I feel completely satisfied and content.
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