Manafest - Mind Master (2000 Demo) Lyrics
Lyrics
My mind walks a little path
You don't know the half
God's upstrings Chris the locks and crafts
Given the past sling to my eyes
Whose tribulation who fixes that makes me wise
No lies, remember my days in dirty disguise
Eyes off the prize, 360 my flesh dies
Of my mentor, always true to the devil rental,
With the god of pezzles, I drop the truth to the instrumental
My death row was regarding the god's god,
the devil was trying to rent because I was off-pilot
I won't lie because my brain cell, pain cell, tranquil with the off sling help
Chorus:
Jusachyl:
Who's the master of your mind
Dark god makes your eyes blind in the sun, you need to see the sign
Manafest:
Who's the master of your mind
Dark god makes your eyes blind in the sun, you need to see the sign
Jusachyl:
Who's the master of your mind
Dark god makes your eyes blind in the sun, you need to see the sign
Can you find, two lovers who love like the crown on the street
You lost like a lab at the beast
Confused at the council of your peap
You should know the mighty group that speaks and makes peace
Who the blind and the blind will fall, until they need your call
So control your thoughts
Your mind trapped in the locks and the pain
and the guards on clocks time to yourself and blocked you need a doc
I help a kid from getting molested on the rocks and my socks rocks devils locks
My god's got a lot from a foundations, not stipulations
Chorus
Jusachyl:
Dark god my heart lead my mind cast away
All those thoughts so I could shine you'll be mine
I'll want to see you rewinded, defined, you'll see the sign
It's time to rewind the fire's line, I'll be fine leaving this world behind
Be a coward, love's that is blind, be a captain curl to the swine
Be a master of my mind, let you hear the mind
If you die of my slign, now I see clear with fear
You are a mere to a mere man, help me understand you away
Now take any day, you can be my partner, I'll be your bait
Let me be your day, this is what I pray, this is what I pray, God
Chorus
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Mind Master (2000 Demo)
Meaning & Inspiration
Manafest's "Mind Master (2000 Demo)," though originating in the nascent stages of Chris Greenwood's musical journey, finds its official release on August 6, 2025, offering a raw, unvarnished glimpse into the artist's foundational spiritual battles and lyrical prowess. This track is far more than a simple demo; it stands as a testament to the enduring struggle for spiritual autonomy, a theme that would come to define much of Manafest’s career. The song emerges from a period of intense personal and spiritual formation for the artist, capturing a moment where his faith was actively being forged amidst the pressures of the world. It chronicles an intimate war waged not on external battlefields, but within the very confines of the mind, a space where foundational truths are either embraced or abandoned.
The opening lines immediately immerse us in this internal conflict, with the mind "walking a little path" and the profound acknowledgment of God's hand in "unlocking and crafting" the way forward. This vivid imagery speaks to a journey of self-discovery intertwined with divine intervention, a path often obscured by a difficult past. The initial confusion and the search for wisdom through tribulation resonate deeply, recalling the scriptural promise in James 1:2-4, which encourages us to "consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." The lyrics confront a history of living in "dirty disguise," a metaphor for spiritual deception or compromise, highlighting the human tendency to stray from truth.
The song then sharpens its focus on the danger of spiritual short-sightedness, warning against taking "eyes off the prize" and the resulting spiritual death of the flesh. This calls to mind Paul’s exhortation in Philippians 3:14 to "press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus." The mention of a "mentor always true to the devil rental" paints a stark picture of negative influence, where one’s very being can be leased out to destructive forces, aligning with Peter’s warning in 1 Peter 5:8: "Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour." The subsequent assertion of being "off-pilot" while the "devil was trying to rent" underscores a period of vulnerability and spiritual drift, a time when personal control was ceded to adverse powers.
Central to the song’s profound message is the recurring chorus, a piercing question that serves as both a challenge and a call to introspection: "Who's the master of your mind? Dark god makes your eyes blind in the sun, you need to see the sign." This isn't merely a rhetorical inquiry but a vital spiritual discernment test. It directly addresses the deceptive nature of worldly influences, referred to as the "dark god," which blinds individuals to the clear signs of truth, much like 2 Corinthians 4:4 describes "the god of this age [who] has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel." The insistence on "seeing the sign" is a demand for spiritual awakening and a clear vision of God's truth.
Jusachyl’s verses further amplify this theme, lamenting those who are lost and confused, likening them to the "blind and the blind [who] will fall," a direct echo of Jesus’ warning in Matthew 15:14. He urges a recognition of "the mighty group that speaks and makes peace," implicitly pointing to the community of faith and the unifying power of the Gospel. The call to "control your thoughts" resonates with the biblical command to take every thought captive to Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5), acknowledging that the mind can become "trapped in the locks and the pain" without divine intervention. The desperate need for a "doc" speaks to the spiritual healing and guidance available through God, the ultimate physician who offers solace and clarity.
The song’s intensity builds as Manafest speaks of actively helping others and "rocking devil's locks," signifying the aggressive spiritual warfare waged against forces of evil and bondage. This is a courageous declaration of intent to stand against injustice and spiritual oppression, drawing strength from a faith rooted in God's "foundations, not stipulations." This emphasizes God's unwavering love and grace as the basis for spiritual power, contrasting it with rigid, man-made rules. The final verse, led by Jusachyl, brings the struggle to a climactic prayer: "Dark god my heart lead my mind cast away / All those thoughts so I could shine... this is what I pray, God." This heartfelt plea is a declaration of turning away from the insidious influence of darkness, seeking divine cleansing of the mind, and desiring to "shine" in God’s light. It's a surrender to God's mastery over one’s thoughts and desires, an act of faith to rewire and redefine one's inner landscape according to divine will. Ultimately, "Mind Master (2000 Demo)" is a raw, powerful narrative of a soul grappling with spiritual control, a profound message that encourages introspection, spiritual vigilance, and the unwavering pursuit of God as the true master of one’s mind, offering freedom from deception and a clear path toward truth.