"In those days the scene was different, not better, just different," says Coyle. "There werent as many labels or bands doing what we were doing or saying the things we were saying. You could reach more people it seemed because the idea of putting out your own music seemed like something only a few people knew how to do".
Outspoken instantly found comraderie with bands such as Inside Out, Insted, Judge and Chain of Strength. The band continued writing songs with Dan Adair leaving the band, and Jae Hansel (Mean Season taking over for him on bass. Wanting to increase the power of their sound, they also added Travis Guichard (also from Mean Season). Shortly after that Outspoken went into For the Record Studios in Orange, CA. to record the CD that for many, would come to define the mid-90s hardcore sound.
The band decided to call it quits in 1994, playing a sold out show with a bunch of up and coming hardcore bands at the Ice House in Fullerton.
Lifetime
Outspoken Lyrics
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The lyrics of "Lifetime" by Outspoken depict the aftermath of a traumatic experience, likely sexual assault or abuse. The female subject of the song is in agony and unable to escape the pain she feels. Despite this, the person who caused her suffering will not experience lasting pleasure from their actions. The song speaks to the concept that negative experiences can not only change someone's life in the moment, but also leave lingering effects that are impossible to erase.
The lyrics emphasize the loss of control and feelings of helplessness that come with being a victim of such trauma. The memory of what happened serves as a constant reminder of the experience, and the shame and fear that comes with it can be incredibly difficult to move past. The repetition of the phrase "No pleasure gained, just pain" starkly contrasts with the idea that the perpetrator is benefiting from his actions in any way.
Line by Line Meaning
She closes her eyes hoping it wasn't real.
She cannot believe it happened and wishes it was just a bad dream.
She cannot run from the pain she feels.
The pain she feels inside is overwhelming and consumes her completely.
The pleasure that he's gained will not last a lifetime.
The abuser may have gained pleasure from the act, but it will not last forever and will not make up for the damage done.
Can't say the same about memories burning in her mind.
The memories of the traumatic event will stay with her forever and continue to cause her pain and suffering.
Everything was taken. Memory painted black.
The traumatic event has taken everything from her and left her with a blackened, painful memory of the experience.
Her piece of mind was stolen and she can't get it back.
The traumatic event robbed her of her sense of peace and security, and she feels like she will never regain it.
Pleasure that he's gained will not last a lifetime.
The abuser may have gained pleasure from the act, but it will not last forever and will not make up for the damage done.
Can't say the same about memories burning in her mind.
The memories of the traumatic event will stay with her forever and continue to cause her pain and suffering.
No pleasures gained. Just pain
The victim did not experience any pleasure from the act, only pain and suffering.
Contributed by Ruby N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.