In 1995, Pajo started the M franchise, issuing a single and a split single in short order. As Aerial M, he released several singles, a self-titled album and a remix album. As Papa M, he produced three full-length albums, the first of them, Live from a Shark Cage, in 1999.
In 2002, Pajo joined Billy Corgan's Zwan, with whom he released an album and toured the world for two years. It was during this time that he started the Papa M singles series.
Hole of Burning Alms appeared in 2004 - to date, the last Papa M record. This collected Aerial M and Papa M sides to form another long-playing link in the M chain.
Since then, he has recorded as Pajo. His self-titled first release came in the summer of 2005 - a collection of solo recordings made on the road. He then released the home recording 1968, as part of a Pajo trilogy. The final album was Scream With Me, a collection of acoustic Misfits covers. This album was only released on vinyl and download. He has played live as Pajo very sparingly, a few dates dotted around the globe.
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Purple Eyelid
Papa M Lyrics
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On steel paper
Purple fold
One vast unknown
Setting yonder
Prepared for sleeping
I really am
So far from home
Deep in the meadow
Smell of blood
The wind has teeth
To my left
Death does linger
And to my right
A golden wreath
Come the vulture
Come the dove
Coming silent
Coming undone
Recall the future
Infinite love
Infinite violence
Under one sun
Go on and simmer
In the gold
Let your hair
Fall where it may
The sun blew up
In a blaze of glory
You may never
Bring back this day
The song "Purple Eyelid" by Papa M is a contemplative piece that explores the themes of journey, solitude, and self-discovery. The opening lines of the song, "purple eyelid on steel paper, purple fold one vast unknown" suggest uncertainty and an unknown path ahead. The singer is on a journey, physically or figuratively, and the purple symbolizes a state of transition, change, and exploration. The steel paper might symbolize a journey that is structured or defined, with the path laid out ahead like a steel track.
The next few lines, "setting yonder, prepared for sleeping, I really am so far from home" suggest that the singer is alone and far from their comfort zone. They are tired and ready for rest, but the vast unknown ahead of them keeps them alert and conscious. They are on their own, with no one to accompany them on this journey, and they have to face whatever comes their way. The "meadow" here might symbolize a space of peace and tranquility amidst the chaos of the journey.
The next few lines of the song, "smell of blood, the wind has teeth, to my left death does linger, and to my right a golden wreath," suggest a moment of tension and conflict. The scent of blood and the wind's teeth suggest danger and violence, while the presence of death and the golden wreath suggest the possibility of victory and glory. These conflicting elements suggest that the journey is not a straightforward one, that there will be difficult choices to make and hard battles to win.
The next few lines of the song, "come the vulture, come the dove, coming silent, coming undone, recall the future, infinite love, infinite violence, under one sun," suggest a moment of balance and harmony. The vulture might symbolize death and decay, while the dove might symbolize peace and rebirth. The singer is aware of the opposites that surround them and accepts them both as part of their journey. The line "recall the future" suggests a reflection on what lies ahead and how the past might shape it. The phrase "under one sun" might symbolize a sense of unity and common purpose, with all things sharing a common energy source.
The song ends with the lines "go on and simmer in the gold, let your hair fall where it may, the sun blew up in a blaze of glory, you may never bring back this day." These lines suggest a change or transformation that the singer undergoes as a result of their journey. The gold might symbolize a sense of attainment or enlightenment, and the falling hair might symbolize a shedding of past identities or inhibitions. The line "the sun blew up in a blaze of glory" might symbolize a moment of transformation or realization, while the final line suggests that the journey is irreversible and that every day is precious.
Line by Line Meaning
Purple eyelid
The person's eyelid is a shade of purple, possibly due to having cried or smoked.
On steel paper
The person is writing their thoughts and emotions on metallic paper or notebook.
Purple fold
The person is describing the crease on their purple eyelid, which indicates a sense of tiredness or weariness.
One vast unknown
The uncertainty and ambiguity of the future is overwhelming for the person.
Setting yonder
The sun is setting in the distance, depicting the end of the day and the beginning of the night.
Prepared for sleeping
The person is getting ready to sleep, either physically or mentally.
I really am
The person is fully aware of their current state of mind and body.
So far from home
The person feels distant from their homeland or their place of comfort.
Arching backwards
The person is physically or emotionally leaning back, possibly trying to let go of their thoughts and emotions by relaxing.
Deep in the meadow
The person is in a peaceful or natural environment, possibly lying down in a field.
Smell of blood
There is a metallic or iron-like scent of blood, which could indicate the presence of danger or injury.
The wind has teeth
The wind is biting or harsh, possibly making the person uncomfortable.
To my left
The person is observing something or someone to their left.
Death does linger
The person is aware of the presence of death or danger, which could be close or far away.
And to my right
The person is observing something or someone to their right.
A golden wreath
The person sees a golden crown or similar object, which could symbolize power or royalty.
Come the vulture
The person sees a vulture, which in many cultures can represent death, famine, or misfortune.
Come the dove
The person sees a dove, which in many cultures can represent peace, love, or hope.
Coming silent
The vulture and the dove are approaching quietly or subtly, making the person feel uncertain or wary.
Coming undone
The person is feeling emotionally overwhelmed, as if their internal balance or composure is falling apart.
Recall the future
The person is trying to remember or imagine a future that is uncertain or complex.
Infinite love
The person recognizes the unending power of love, as well as its ability to bring comfort and protection.
Infinite violence
The person recognizes the unending horror of violence, as well as its ability to cause pain and destruction.
Under one sun
The person recognizes their unity with others, even those who seem different or far away.
Go on and simmer
The person is encouraging themselves or someone else to relax or calm down, as if making a sauce or stew.
In the gold
The person feels revels or basks in the golden sun or light, which could be symbolic of happiness or bliss.
Let your hair
The person is letting go of their inhibitions or worries, encouraging themselves or someone else to do the same.
Fall where it may
The person is accepting the outcome of their choices or actions, even if it is unexpected or inconvenient.
The sun blew up
The person is using hyperbole to describe a major or unexpected event, possibly the ending of the world or a significant change.
In a blaze of glory
The person is using an idiom to describe the sun's explosion, implying that it was a beautiful or magnificent event.
You may never
The person is acknowledging the uncertain nature of the future, and how it can be difficult to predict or control.
Bring back this day
The person is expressing nostalgia or regret about the past, possibly realizing that the present or future will not be the same.
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