The Honorary Title was a rock band from Brooklyn, New Yo… Read Full Bio ↴(2003-2009)
The Honorary Title was a rock band from Brooklyn, New York composed of Jarrod Gorbel, Aaron Kamstra, Jon Wiley, and Adam Boyd. Gorbel became known for his dark sense of humor, which often worked its way into the band's songs.
Their first release was a self-titled EP. They received much attention and did major touring after they released a full length album on Doghouse Records in 2004 entitled, "Anything Else But the Truth". The album was recorded in Nashville and New York with producer Roger Moutenot who has also worked with Yo La Tengo and Guster. Videos are available for the singles "Everything I Once Had", "Bridge and Tunnel", & "Frame by Frame".
On October 24, 2009 Jarrod announced that The Honorary Title would play their final show on Friday, November 20, 2009. Gorbel released a solo EP called Ten Years Older on his 2010 acoustic tour with Dustin Dobernig. In an interview with weworemasks.com, Gorbel says, "It’s considered a solo session, but…The Honorary Title might be over." He also said he is working on a solo LP. He continues to record and play music, but under his name.
Never Said
The Honorary Title Lyrics
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Have never been this clear
The answer to everything
Reflects off your breath
And all of these, and all these fears
I've become the master of my own
Devised this plan, I can't disown
4:07 AM
My remote control drops to the floor
I feel myself with my hands
I am my own self
Satisfying, satisfying
I've become the master of my own
Devised this plan, I can't disown
Self torturous
I've become the master
Devised this plan, I can't disown
Self torturous
And there's a pile of used tissues
Lying on the side of my bed
Each one that will never be said
Each one that will never be said
Well, I've become the master of my own
Devised this plan, I can't disown
Self torturous
I've become the master of my own
Devised this plan, I can't disown
Self torturous
The Honorary Title’s song “Never Said” is a contemplative piece that touches upon the internal battles within one’s mind. The song starts with the line “It's silent but the voices in my head have never been this clear,” which suggests that the singer is going through a particularly difficult time and the silence around them is only making their internal conflicts worse. They go on to describe that the answer to everything is reflected off someone's breath, suggesting that someone is able to provide some clarity to their difficult situation. Despite this, the singer acknowledges the fear inside them and feels self-tortured by their own thoughts.
As the song progresses, there is a shift towards the singer taking control of their own destiny, and they describe themselves as becoming the master of their own plan. However, this newfound power also comes with the consequence of self-torture. The line “My remote control drops to the floor, I feel myself with my hands, I am my own self-satisfying, satisfying” suggests that the singer is looking for solace in their own body, but this can ultimately be a painful experience. The song concludes with the line “Each one that will never be said,” referring to used tissues next to their bed, representing all the thoughts and feelings that they will never express to others.
Overall, “Never Said” is a powerful and introspective song that touches upon complex internal conflicts and the pain of keeping things bottled inside.
Line by Line Meaning
It's silent but the voices in my head
Despite the silence around me, the voices in my mind are loud and clear
Have never been this clear
The voices in my head have never been this distinct and evident
The answer to everything
The solution to all of my problems
Reflects off your breath
I can see the answer in your breath or your words
And all of these, and all these fears
All of my fears and worries that I have been holding inside
I've become the master of my own
I have taken control of my life and my decisions
Devised this plan, I can't disown
I have created a plan for myself and I can't deny it
Self torturous
My plan may be painful or difficult for me to follow
4:07 AM
The time is 4:07 AM
My remote control drops to the floor
I drop my remote control onto the ground
I feel myself with my hands
I touch myself with my own hands
I am my own self
I am my own person and I control my own actions
Satisfying, satisfying
It feels good and satisfying for me to be in control
And there's a pile of used tissues
There are many used tissues lying next to me
Lying on the side of my bed
The tissues are placed on the side of my bed
Each one that will never be said
Each tissue represents something I will never admit or express
Well, I've become the master of my own
Once again, I have taken control of my own life
Contributed by Josiah B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Subway Rat Podcast
01:28 Frame By Frame
06:41 Snow Day
10:52 Disengage
17:13 This Layer
19:38 Revealing Too Much
23:24 Anything Else but the Truth
29:16 Points Underneath
32:23 Cut Short
39:02 The Smoking Pose
41:12 Bridge and Tunnel
45:54 Cats in Heat
51:20 Petals
56:35 Far More
1:02:35 Stay Away
1:07:50 Everything I Once Had
Mark Potter
A great band who was truly inspiring, underrated, and missed😞
Jordan Lamb
Thank you so much for uploading this! Missed this stream, had no idea it was on. Love Honorary Title (Jarrod Gorbel) to bits. Such an underrated artist.
Rob Mo
No problem my dude, I love Jarrod as well. Such a good guy!
Tyler Reynolds
The fact that this guy isn’t near the top of the totem pole is a testament to how fucked the music industry has been and still is. What a crock of shit. Keep rocking, Jarrod 🤘🏼
creekandseminole
I discovered his music back in college when I was about 21-22 I think. It always stuck with me and I never forgot the Honorary Title
Liz
I could listen to his voice all today, it’s lovely
Subway Rat Podcast
01:28 Frame By Frame
06:41 Snow Day
10:52 Disengage
17:13 This Layer
19:38 Revealing Too Much
23:24 Anything Else but the Truth
29:16 Points Underneath
32:23 Cut Short
39:02 The Smoking Pose
41:12 Bridge and Tunnel
45:54 Cats in Heat
51:20 Petals
56:35 Far More
1:02:35 Stay Away
1:07:50 Everything I Once Had
Lex Deleon
Thank you so much ❤️
nvryng
Cats in Heat ❤🙏🏾
The way his voice breaks
Mila B
Such a talented artist. Will always love The Honorary Title. Keep going x