Puscifer is an American rock group formed in Los Angeles by Maynard James K… Read Full Bio ↴Puscifer is an American rock group formed in Los Angeles by Maynard James Keenan, known as the lead singer of the bands Tool and A Perfect Circle. Initially, Keenan was the only permanent member, and as such he considered the project to be his "creative subconscious". Later, frequent collaborators Mat Mitchell and Carina Round became permanent members.

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)

Oceans
Puscifer Lyrics

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Weary traveler, calloused and sore
Time and gravity followed you here
Rest, my sister, and tell me
All about the ocean

I've never seen the ocean
Not like this one

Weary traveler, calloused and sore
Time and gravity followed you here
Rest, my brother, and tell me
All about the ocean

Spoils and troubles and burdens you've bore
Pay them no mind, they matter no more
Leave them behind and show me
All about the ocean

Look in your eyes
I've never seen the ocean
Not like this one

Deep in your eyes
I've never seen the ocean
Not like this one

Show me your eyes
I've never seen the ocean
Not like this one

Look in your eyes

I've never seen the ocean
Not like this one

Overall Meaning

The song "Oceans" by Puscifer seems to be a conversation between two people, a brother and a sister, who are weary travelers with calloused feet. The singer urges the other to rest and tell them about the ocean, while admitting that they themselves have never seen it like this one. The second half of the song repeats this same dialogue, but this time the singer asks their brother to leave behind his burdens and show them the ocean, a symbol of something vast and mysterious that can help them escape the troubles of their journey. Throughout the song, the repeated phrase "I've never seen the ocean, not like this one" suggests that while the people in the song may have seen the ocean before, this particular visit is special and different.

The song can be interpreted in a number of ways. Given that "ocean" is often used as a metaphor for the unconscious or hidden parts of oneself, the conversation could be read as an exchange about the difficulties of self-discovery or healing. Alternatively, the image of the ocean could simply be a symbol of something refreshing and freeing, a reminder to take a moment to appreciate something larger than oneself in order to find clarity and peace.

Line by Line Meaning

Weary traveler, calloused and sore
You have walked many miles and faced many obstacles, leaving you feeling physically and emotionally drained.

Time and gravity followed you here
The passage of time and the forces of nature have led you to this moment in your life.

Rest, my sister, and tell me
Take a moment to relax and share with me your experiences and thoughts.

All about the ocean
Please describe to me in detail this vast body of water that you have witnessed.

I've never seen the ocean
I personally have not had the chance to witness the ocean in the way that you have.

Not like this one
Your experience of the ocean is unique and holds special meaning to you.

Spoils and troubles and burdens you've bore
You have carried with you many difficult experiences and responsibilities.

Pay them no mind, they matter no more
Don't let those troubles bother you now because, in this moment, they don't hold any significance or power over you.

Leave them behind and show me
Put those issues aside for now and share with me what you have witnessed and learned from the ocean.

Look in your eyes
Through your eyes, I can sense the emotions and memories that the ocean has brought to you.

Deep in your eyes
Your emotional connection to the ocean runs deep, and I can see it in your eyes.

Show me your eyes
Let me see your eyes so that I can understand the impact that the ocean has had on you.

I've never seen the ocean
Again, I have not had the same opportunity to observe the ocean in the way that you have.

Not like this one
Your experience of the ocean holds special meaning that sets it apart from other experiences.

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Written by: Joshua Eustis, Mat Mitchell, Maynard Keenan

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