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.
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Studio albums
"V" is for Vagina (2007)
Conditions of My Parole (2011)
Money Shot (2015)
Existential Reckoning (2020)
Momma Sed
Puscifer Lyrics
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Momma got something to tell you
Changes come
Life will have its way
With your pride, son
Take it like a man
Hang on, son of mine
Changes come
Keep your dignity
Take the high road
Take it like a man
Listen up, son of mine
Momma got something to tell you
All about growing pains
Life will pound away
Where the light don't shine, son
Take it like a man
Suck it up, son of mine
Thunder blowing up your horizon
Changes come (Changes come)
Keep your dignity (Keep your dignity)
Take the high road (Take the high road)
Take it like a man (Take it like a man)
Momma said like the rain (This, too, shall pass)
Like a kidney stone (This, too, shall pass)
It's just a broken heart, son
This pain will pass away
The lyrics “Wake up, son of mine” sets the stage for a motherly message from a mother to her son, imparting wisdom about life and its ability to surprise us with its changes. The lyrics encourage the son to hold onto his dignity, accept the reality of what’s happening, and take it like a man. The message is clear – life can pack a punch, but with the right attitude, we can weather the storm.
“Hang on, son of mine, a storm is blowing up your horizon” hints at the upcoming turbulence that the son will be facing - a difficult situation that may be on the horizon. The mother’s message is to keep persevering, not giving up even when things get tough. She encourages him to take the high road, to maintain his dignity, and to meet each challenge with the strength of character that is expected of a man.
“Listen up, son of mine, Momma got something to tell you, all about growing pains." This line addresses the pains of growing up, the difficulties that come with becoming an adult. Life’s twists and turns can be painful and uncomfortable. The mother here wants her son to recognize that these experiences are normal, and advises him to endure them with resiliency, to suffer through the pain with the knowledge that it too shall eventually pass. The mother’s message is clear – whatever challenges we face in life, we should face them with courage and dignity.
Overall, the song “Momma Sed” is about building inner strength, resilience and facing the challenges of life with grace and integrity. The lyrics can be interpreted as an empowering message to anyone going through difficult times. The song conveys the idea that change is inevitable, but with the right mindset, we can meet these changes head on and emerge stronger than ever.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake up, son of mine
Momma wants to have a conversation with her son and wants him to pay attention
Momma got something to tell you
Momma has some important advice to give to her son
Changes come
Life is full of changes and challenges
Life will have its way
You can't always control what happens to you in life
With your pride, son
Don't let your pride get in the way of accepting help or making changes
Take it like a man
Accept the challenges and changes with maturity and strength
Hang on, son of mine
Momma encourages her son to be resilient in the face of adversity
A storm is blowing up your horizon
Difficult times are ahead
Keep your dignity
Don't let the challenges of life diminish your self-respect
Listen up, son of mine
Momma repeats her message to her son, emphasizing its importance
All about growing pains
The difficulties of growing up and becoming an adult
Life will pound away
Life will wear you down and test your resilience
Where the light don't shine, son
Refers to difficult places and situations that are hard to overcome
Suck it up, son of mine
Accept the difficulties with courage and fortitude
Thunder blowing up your horizon
Refers to the challenges and difficulties that lie ahead
Momma said like the rain (This, too, shall pass)
Momma offers her son words of encouragement and hope
Like a kidney stone (This, too, shall pass)
Even though something is painful, it will go away eventually
It's just a broken heart, son
Heartbreak is painful, but it is a common experience and you will get through it
This pain will pass away
Even though the experience is difficult, it will eventually end
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, TUNECORE INC, BMG Rights Management
Written by: Brad J. Wilk, Jonathan Michael Polonsky, Maynard James Keenan, Timothy Commerford
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lulubeloo
"it's just a broken heart, son. This pain will pass away."
This song got me through some tough moments.
@seanharbour1563
2023, still loving this
@jkon1970
Movie End Of Watch brought me here. Awesome film awesome song.
@VidWiz
this pain will pass away!
@RosieOs101
I remember seeing them perform this song live in Knoxville in 2010 and Maynard pulled out a trailer (one that you live in) with a desert background. It was badass!!
@MJF40
Take the high road ! This is a great song and helpful if you let it..
@Nothingface2011
I feel this song every time I hear it!!!
@ToolGirl616
I love this video, I'm suprised to see Maynard throughout the whole video. I like the Arizona influance too
@thefamilymember
all these old comments make me sad because that was when life was good. listening to this beat with no care in the world.
@ToolGirl616
It would be cool if they did a video for Rev 22:20