Puscifer's original name was Umlaut, "a premiere improvisational hardcore band". The name "Puscifer" was first publicized as a fictional band in the first episode of Mr. Show, including Keenan and Adam Jones as members. Jones is not associated with Puscifer otherwise, although artwork by Jones has been featured on Puscifer apparel (the "Your Mom's a Bitch" shirt, specifically). Keenan describes Puscifer as "simply a playground for the various voices in my head, [...] a space with no clear or discernible goals, [...] where my Id, Ego, and Anima all come together to exchange cookie recipes." Keenan also worked on short films with Ford Englerth and Jeffrey Brooks from Red Rock Entertainment Development; these shorts were done in a similar manner to that of Mr. Show and Tom Waits' Big Time.
Puscifer is "as much a clothing line as it is a band", with the clothing items produced in limited numbers. Keenan collaborated on a leather jacket with Paul Frank. On September 16, 2008, Keenan updated the puscifer.com blog, revealing that the first ever Puscifer store would be opening "hopefully" by October 1 in Jerome, Arizona. Occupying a small space above a tattoo parlor, the store opened on October 3, 2008. In addition to the merchandise available on the band's online store, Keenan has also made available locally roasted coffee, art, and an ever-changing list of limited edition collectibles.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puscifer
Studio albums
"V" is for Vagina (2007)
Conditions of My Parole (2011)
Money Shot (2015)
Existential Reckoning (2020)
Lighten Up Francis
Puscifer Lyrics
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To swing her booty around
Shake it all up and down
(It's time to lighten it up)
Momma's daughter's headin' to town
Booty boop to the sound
No more nose to the ground
(It's time to lighten it up)
It's time to lighten it up
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
Time to knock the train off the rails
Feel the breeze up the sail
She done her hair and her nail
(It's time to lighten it up)
Time to knock the train off the rail
No more sweatin' to jail
No more buckets and bail
(It's time to lighten it up)
One more sunset
Always never
These words no longer
Have a hunger
It's time to lighten it up
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
One more sunset
Always never
These words no longer
Have a hunger
She's got the stealth and prowess of the panther, Rickson Gracie
Watch her glide across a crowded floor like Fred & Grace
It's time to lighten it up
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
The lyrics of "Lighten Up Francis" by Puscifer are about letting go of one's inhibitions and simply having a good time. The song is essentially an invitation to dance with Momma's daughter, who is on her way to town to show off her moves. The lyrics suggest that it's time to stop worrying and start enjoying life. The lines "Time to get out of your head" and "And get back in your booty" encourage listeners to let go of their thoughts and get lost in the rhythm of the music.
The lyrics also use metaphors to convey the message of the song. For example, "Time to knock the train off the rails" suggests that it's time to break free from the routine and do something unexpected. "No more sweatin' to jail" implies that it's time to stop worrying about the consequences of our actions and just enjoy ourselves.
The final lines, "She's got the stealth and prowess of the panther, Rickson Gracie / Watch her glide across a crowded floor like Fred & Grace Kelly" suggest that Momma's daughter is a skilled dancer who moves with grace and confidence. This reinforces the idea that we should let go of our inhibitions and just enjoy ourselves, without worrying about being judged.
Overall, "Lighten Up Francis" is a fun, upbeat song that encourages listeners to let go of their worries and simply dance and have a good time.
Line by Line Meaning
Momma's daughter's headin' to town
To swing her booty around
Shake it all up and down
(It's time to lighten it up)
A young woman is going out to dance and have a good time. It's time for her to let go and forget her worries.
Momma's daughter's headin' to town
Booty boop to the sound
No more nose to the ground
(It's time to lighten it up)
The same young woman is going out to dance and have a good time. Instead of being worried or stressed out, she's going to enjoy herself and let go.
It's time to lighten it up
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
The chorus repeats the idea that people need to stop overthinking and get back to enjoying themselves.
Time to knock the train off the rails
Feel the breeze up the sail
She done her hair and her nail
(It's time to lighten it up)
People need to let go and stop trying to control everything. Let the wind take you where it may and enjoy the ride.
Time to knock the train off the rail
No more sweatin' to jail
No more buckets and bail
(It's time to lighten it up)
Stop worrying about your problems and live your life. No more worrying about going to jail or having to come up with bail money.
One more sunset
Always never
These words no longer
Have a hunger
Time passes quickly, and people need to enjoy the present moment. The young woman in the song is not worried about the future or the past anymore.
She's got the stealth and prowess of the panther, Rickson Gracie
Watch her glide across a crowded floor like Fred & Grace
The woman dancing is confident and skilled. She moves like a panther and dances with grace and elegance.
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
The chorus repeats the idea that people need to stop overthinking and get back to enjoying themselves.
Time to get out of your head
And get back in your booty
The chorus repeats the idea that people need to stop overthinking and get back to enjoying themselves.
Contributed by Gabriella B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Desert Dweller
Idk y but this has always been my fav puscifer song ^.^
iceAngel MirrorSee
This mix was well done and I must say your video really fits the sound. U did a great job at it! Thanks for the credits listed. I must check this movie out! looks great! Again great Mixup! Peace!
Victoria Sjoguist
This movie will always be my sci-fi fav!
Briony Salter
Epic music video to an epic song love it and i love this band. Also it fits with the film its in, ;0) xxxx
Im DeadPool
man i was gunna buy this on itunes but you cant get it as a single, have to buy the full album from underworld, i might......................
Zachary Martin
this one's badass
TrancedAnts
Thanks. And I absolutely enjoy them. In fact, I enjoy all music.
Christopher Knight
So true and beautiful.
GANA
Awesome!
Eliza berry
Nice music video it's pretty awesome. :)