Withdraw

Are You a Casualty?

Posted on January 24, 2025January 24, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
Are you feeling
(The future slipping)
Having trouble gripping
(Got you reeling)

[Verse 1]
Really, are you in reality
Can you see… really
Clearly, what we hold dearly
Is in jeopardy

[Chorus]
Are you feeling
(The future slipping)
Have trouble gripping
(It’s got you reeling)

[Bridge]
Dealing
(With our situation)
Appealing
(To the lowest denomination)
Appalling
(Demonstration)

[Verse 2]
Actually, are you a casualty
Failed to see reality
All you held dearly
A mere travesty

[Chorus]
Are you feeling
(The future slipping)
Have trouble gripping
(It’s got you reeling)

[Bridge]
Dealing
(With our situation)
Appealing
(To the lowest denomination)
Appalling
(Demonstration)

[Chorus]
Are you feeling
(The future slipping)
Have trouble gripping
(It’s got you reeling)

[Outro]
The future’s slipping
(Have trouble gripping)
Slipping, slipping, slipping

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Wrong Time and Place

Posted on January 24, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
Wrong time and place
Wrong crime in our face
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]

[Verse 1]
Conspiracy theory
Presented at the scientific forum
People are weary
(World’s grown leery)
Of your attack on freedom

[Bridge]
Wrong time and place
Wrong crime in our face

[Chorus]
The world is skeptical
(Of all you are)
Going to need a miracle
Third planet from the star

[Verse 2]
Spread disinformation
With will and intention
People are weary
(World’s grown leery)
Of your representation

[Bridge]
Wrong time and place
Wrong crime in our face

[Chorus]
The world is skeptical
(Of all you are)
Going to need a miracle
Third planet from the star

[Outro]
\Wrong time and place
Wrong crime in our face

ABOUT THE SONG
What an embarrassment to our country, to say the least. The wrong place, the wrong time, the wrong political rhetoric, and the wrong conspiracy theory to present to the world’s leading economists — today, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, President Donald Trump, appearing virtually, confronted Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan. This came after Moynihan congratulated Trump on his victory, with Trump seizing the moment to accuse the bank of discriminating against conservative clients. Trump remarked, “I hope you start opening your bank to conservatives, because many conservatives complain that the banks are not allowing them to do business within the bank.” Ironically, Bank of America stock was up on the news.

However, his words and actions will inevitably prove detrimental to our long-term economic survival. Current projections for his deficit spending, tariffs, and tax cuts suggest that most of the federal budget will be consumed by mandatory spending and interest payments. Within the next two years, mandatory spending and interest payments are expected to exceed federal revenues.

At least it should be interesting to watch the Republican infighting as Trump tries to get these massive deficits approved by the House Freedom Caucus. However, what they’re doing to the Democrats—like withholding disaster relief to California unless they vote to raise the debt ceiling—is far less amusing.

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Quit

Posted on January 24, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
Quit
(’cause he couldn’t take it)
Could not command
(How to understand)

[Verse 1]
Too complex
Small mind perplexed
Couldn’t wrap his head around it
So, he cussed and threw a fit

[Chorus]
Quit
(’cause he couldn’t take it)
Could not command
(How to understand)

[Bridge]
Withdrew from your obligation
(A disgrace to our nation)
Withdraw from all
(Withdrew you do)
What’s true about you
You’re perfect at quit
(Yes, that’s it!)
Might I suggest
(You’re the best)

[Verse 2]
Too complicated
Thus, you berated
Alas, couldn’t grasp
All left aghast

[Chorus]
Quit
(’cause he couldn’t take it)
Could not command
(How to understand)

[Outro]
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Withdrew from our agreement
(In disgrace: the message meant)

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Cash

Posted on January 24, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
I’d like to make a cash withdrawal
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Now, that I’ve thought about it a bit
(Can I have it all)

[Verse 1]
Small, unmarked bills
(For the thrills)
In a brown paper bag
(This is no gag)

[Bridge]
I’d like to make a cash withdrawal
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Now, that I’ve thought about it a bit
(Can I have it all)

[Chorus]
Don’t you know
(I’m running low on dough)
Have none to show
(Help my cash-flow)
So, hurry up…
(Let’s go!)

[Verse 2]
Put your hands in the air
(Come on, don’t go there)
I’ve got no time to spare
(No heart to care)

[Bridge]
I’d like to make a cash withdrawal
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Now, that I’ve thought about it a bit
(Can I have it all)

[Chorus]
Don’t you know
(I’m running low on dough)
Have none to show
(Help my cash-flow)
So, hurry up…
(Let’s go!)

[Outro]
I’d like to make a cash withdrawal
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Now, that I’ve thought about it a bit
(Can I have it all)

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Injection

Posted on January 24, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
After all…
If you’re suffering from withdrawal
A love injection is what you need
(Roll up your sleeve)

[Verse 1]
Turn on the music
Before I get sick
Need something kind
To sooth my mind

[Bridge]
After all…
If you’re suffering from withdrawal
A love injection is what you need
(Roll up your sleeve)

[Chorus]
Inject your love into me
(Neglect got the best of me)
Respect our love, set me free
(Inject your love into me)

[Verse 2]
Turn up the music
Please, make it quick
Thoughts oh so kind
I’m trying to find

[Bridge]
After all…
If you’re suffering from withdrawal
A love injection is what you need
(Roll up your sleeve)

[Chorus]
Inject your love into me
(Neglect got the best of me)
Respect our love, set me free
(Inject your love into me)

[Outro]
… not hard to believe…
(Roll up your sleeve)

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Retractor

Posted on January 24, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
Don’t forget to factor
(He’s a retractor)
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Two-faced rat bastard
(Deceit, he’s mastered)

[Verse 1]
Taker-backer
Backtracker
Conditional giver
Fails to deliver

[Bridge]
Don’t forget to factor
(He’s a retractor)
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Two-faced rat bastard
(Deceit, he’s mastered)

[Chorus]
Breaking promises
(He’s your Nemesis)
Never keeping his word
(More lies… so absurd)

[Verse 2]
Flip-flopper
(Lies a whopper)
Fair-weather friend
(Bringing on The End)

[Bridge]
Don’t forget to factor
(He’s a retractor)
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Two-faced rat bastard
(Deceit, he’s mastered)

[Chorus]
Breaking promises
(He’s your Nemesis)
Never keeping his word
(More lies… so absurd)

[Bridge]
Don’t forget to factor
(He’s a retractor)

Two-faced rat bastard
(Deceit, he’s mastered)

[Outro]
Breaking promises
(He’s your Nemesis)
Never keeping his word
(More lies… so absurd)

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Conviction

Posted on January 24, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
I’m talking conviction of the heart
Not conviction by a court

[Verse 1]
He lacks conviction
When it comes to morality
He stacks convictions
Refusing a guilty plea

[Bridge]
I’m talking conviction of the heart
(Not conviction by a court)

[Chorus]
There is no conviction in the love
(Participates to create hate)
There is conviction of your soul
(Coming with a heavy toll)

[Bridge]
Guilty
(Guilty as can be)
Guilty
(A national tragedy)

[Verse 2]
He lacks conviction
In patriotism
Another conviction
Widening the schism

[Bridge]
I’m talking conviction of the heart
(Not conviction by a court)

[Chorus]
There is no conviction in the love
(Participates to create hate)
There is conviction of your soul
(Coming with a heavy toll)

[Outro]
Guilty
(Guilty as can be)
Guilty
(A national tragedy)

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Pulled Out

Posted on January 24, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
Pulled out?
(What’s that all about?

[Verse 1]
Way too soon
(What a goon)
Early withdrawal
(Anti-natural)

[Bridge]
Pulled out?
(What’s that all about?

[Chorus]
When the man in charge
(Heart’s not that large)
The top man said
(He’s brain dead)

[Verse 2]
Premature
(That’s for sure)
Immature
(Can we endure)

[Bridge]
Pulled out?
(What’s that all about?

[Chorus]
When the man in charge
(Heart’s not that large)
The top man said
(He’s brain dead)

[Outro]
Pulled out?
(What’s that all about?

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Dereliction of Duty

Posted on January 23, 2025 by admin

[Verse 1]
Da (da, da, da, da)
Er, a….
Da (da, da, da, da)
What can I say?
(Just another day)

[Chorus]
Dereliction of duty
(Gone fishin’)
Dereliction of duty
(Boo’s and hissin’)

[Verse 2]
Causing friction
With dereliction
Trying to destroy
All we enjoy

[Bridge]
(Like we’re some sort-of toy?!?!)
Da (da, da, da, da)
Er, a….
Da (da, da, da, da)
Going on and on
(Just another con)

[Chorus]
Dereliction of duty
(Gone fishin’)
Dereliction of duty
(Boo’s and hissin’)

[Outro]
Boo’s and hissin’
(Causing friction)
Hear clear: (Boo! Hiss!)
Boo hiss! (Hear this:)
Boo hiss! (Boo! Hiss!)

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Withdrew

Posted on January 23, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
Withdrew your pledge
(To hedge your bet)
Now we regret
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
(Giving you the edge)

[Bridge]
You withdrew
(That’s what you do)
You withdrew
(Our point-of-view)

[Verse 1]
You withdrew (you do)
That’s what you do (you do)
Withdrew your heart
Right from the start

[Bridge]
Withdrew your pledge
(To hedge your bet)
Now we regret

(Giving you the edge)

[Chorus]
A double edged sword
(Not a man of your word)
You cut both ways
(Your soul betrays)
Till the end of days

[Bridge]
You withdrew
(That’s what you do)
You withdrew
(Our point-of-view)

[Verse 2]
A nationalist (supremacist)
Populism (barbarism)
Me first (cursed)
Arrogant (and ignorant)

[Bridge]
Withdrew your pledge
(To hedge your bet)
Now we regret

(Giving you the edge)

[Chorus]
A double edged sword
(Not a man of your word)
You cut both ways
(Your soul betrays)
Till the end of days

[Bridge]
You withdrew
(That’s what you do)
You withdrew
(Our point-of-view)

[Outro]
Boast, boast, boast
(Rump roast toast)

ABOUT THE SONG
During his presidency, Donald Trump withdrew the United States from several major international agreements, both during his first and second terms:

Paris Climate Agreement: Trump initially withdrew the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement in 2017, citing economic disadvantages and an unfair burden on American businesses. The withdrawal was finalized in 2020. Upon returning to office in 2025, Trump signed an executive order to withdraw the U.S. once again, reversing the Biden administration’s re-entry. The formal withdrawal process is expected to take about a year.
World Health Organization (WHO): In 2020, Trump announced the U.S. withdrawal from the WHO, criticizing the organization’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and its relationship with China. The Biden administration reversed this decision in 2021, but in 2025, Trump reissued an executive order to withdraw once more.
Iran Nuclear Deal (JCPOA): In 2018, Trump unilaterally withdrew the U.S. from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal, arguing that it was too lenient and failed to address Iran’s broader activities. This withdrawal led to the reinstatement of sanctions on Iran and heightened tensions in the region.
Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty: In 2019, the Trump administration withdrew from this Cold War-era arms control agreement with Russia, citing repeated Russian violations. The move ended decades of restrictions on the deployment of intermediate-range missiles.
Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP): Shortly after taking office in 2017, Trump withdrew from the TPP, a major trade agreement intended to strengthen economic ties with Pacific Rim nations, arguing that it harmed American workers and manufacturing.
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization): In 2017, the Trump administration announced the withdrawal from UNESCO, citing anti-Israel bias and the need for institutional reforms. The U.S. formally left the organization in 2018.
United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC): In 2018, the Trump administration pulled the U.S. out of the UNHRC, claiming it was biased against Israel and failed to hold human rights abusers accountable.
Open Skies Treaty: In 2020, Trump withdrew from this treaty, which allowed mutual surveillance flights over participating countries to promote transparency and reduce the risk of conflict, citing Russian violations.

These withdrawals reflected Trump’s broader “America First” policy, emphasizing national sovereignty over multilateral commitments and often sparking criticism from allies and international organizations.

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Irresponsible

Posted on January 23, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
Irresponsible imbecile
The skull domicile
For nil

[Bridge]
(zero)
Not a hero

[Verse 1]
Believing lies
Seems impossible
No one dies
Seems implausible

[Chorus]
Irresponsible imbecile
The skull domicile
For nil
Full… with irresponsible

[Bridge]
(zero)
Not a hero
(Doesn’t pay his bill)
Irresponsible

[Verse 2]
Spreading lies
Of the impossible
No one cries
Deemed implausible

[Chorus]
Irresponsible imbecile
The skull domicile
For nil
Full… with irresponsible

[Bridge]
(zero)
Not a hero
(Doesn’t pay his bill)
Irresponsible

[Chorus]
Irresponsible imbecile
The skull domicile
For nil
Full… with irresponsible

[Outro]
(zero)
Not a hero
Nil. None.
Done

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Avoidant

Posted on January 23, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
(I mean… come on… really?)
Dodging responsibility
(A social calamity)
Dodging responsibility

[Verse 1]
Avoiding consequences
With all your awkward dances
Wait until you see…
How you’re going down in history

[Chorus]
(I mean… come on… really?)
Dodging responsibility
(A social calamity)
Dodging responsibility

[Bridge]
Avoidant
(Yet flamboyant)
Shirk your duty
(A national pity)

[Verse 2]
Avoiding paying what’s due
You, scoundrel, you
Unaccountable
Insurmountable

[Chorus]
(I mean… come on… really?)
Dodging responsibility
(A social calamity)
Dodging responsibility

[Bridge]
Avoidant
(Yet flamboyant)
Shirk your duty
(A national pity)

[Outro]
Dodging responsibility
(Potential criminality)
Dodging responsibility

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Blame-Shifter

Posted on January 23, 2025January 23, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
No, he ain’t no shape-shifter

He’s a blame-shifter
(Freelance grifter)

[Verse 1]
Projecting
(One’s rejecting)
Protecting
(Self-esteem)
By being mean

[Bridge]
No, he ain’t no shape-shifter

He’s a blame-shifter
(Freelance grifter)

[Chorus]
Playing the same game
(Over and over again)
It’s a cryin’ shame
(Shifting the blame)

[Verse 2]
Pushing delusion
(Try to create an illusion)
Propagating confusion
(As an institution)
Love pollution

[Bridge]
No, he ain’t no shape-shifter

He’s a blame-shifter
(Freelance grifter)

[Chorus]
Playing the same game
(Over and over again)
It’s a cryin’ shame
(Shifting the blame)

[Outro]
Freelance grifter
(Blame-shifter)

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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The WHO

Posted on January 23, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
Who are you?
(To do what you do)
Who are you?
(Have you no clue)
Know clue

[Verse 1]
World health
(A great wealth)
Organize
(To keep us alive)

[Chorus]
Who are you?
(To do what you do)
Who are you?
(Have you no clue)
Know clue

[Bridge]
Who! Who! Who!
(Can you be true?)
Who! Who! Who!
(I’m calling on you)

[Verse 2]
You spread disease
(As though to please)
Want us all to die
(Oh, why, oh why?)

[Chorus]
Who are you?
(To do what you do)
Who are you?
(Have you no clue)
Know clue

[Bridge]
Who! Who! Who!
(Can you be true?)
Who! Who! Who!
(I’m calling on you)

[Chorus]
Who are you?
(To do what you do)
Who are you?
(Have you no clue)
Know clue

[Outro]
Who! Who! Who!
(Can be so cruel)
Who! Who! Who!
(Do you think you rule)

A SCIENCE NOTE
In January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order initiating the withdrawal of the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO).

The White House

This action marks the second time the Trump administration has sought to exit the WHO. In July 2020, during his first term, President Trump began the withdrawal process, citing dissatisfaction with the WHO’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and alleging undue influence from China. However, this initial withdrawal was reversed in January 2021 by then-President Joe Biden.

ABC News

The recent decision to withdraw has raised concerns among public health experts. They warn that the U.S. may lose access to critical information on emerging health threats and diminish its influence in global health policy. Additionally, the WHO faces a significant reduction in funding, as the U.S. has been one of its largest contributors.

Time

Climate Change and Health Outcomes
The health consequences of climate change are vast and far-reaching, posing challenges to both life expectancy and quality of life:

Increased Pollution and Respiratory Diseases
Air pollution remains the leading environmental contributor to premature death worldwide, and climate change worsens its impact. Higher temperatures intensify ground-level ozone and particulate matter, both of which are linked to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Wildfires—becoming more frequent and intense due to climate change—release massive amounts of toxic smoke, further degrading air quality and increasing respiratory illnesses.
Cardiovascular Strain from Heat Waves
Heat waves, amplified by global warming, disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, including the elderly, infants, and those with pre-existing health conditions. Heat-related cardiovascular strain is a growing concern, especially in regions unaccustomed to extreme temperatures.
Zoonotic Diseases and Pandemics
Rising global temperatures and habitat disruptions are driving the spread of zoonotic diseases, as seen with increased cases of dengue fever, Lyme disease, and other vector-borne illnesses. This trend not only endangers public health but also imposes additional strain on already overstretched healthcare systems.
Healthcare Supply Chain Disruptions
Severe weather events, such as hurricanes and floods, disrupt healthcare delivery by damaging infrastructure and supply chains. For instance, Hurricane Helene in 2024 caused a severe shortage of IV solutions, demonstrating how climate-related disruptions can ripple through the healthcare system with life-threatening consequences.

From the album “Withdraw” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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Posted on January 23, 2025 by admin

[Intro]
(Ah, ah, ah)
Did we withdraw
(Jaw drops in awe)
Are we really that dumb
(To succumb)

[Verse 1]
Reneged on our promises
(Yes, we did)
No more near misses
(Hide what can be hid)

[Chorus]
(Ah, ah, ah)
Did we withdraw
(Jaw drops in awe)
Are we really that dumb
(To succumb)

[Bridge]
Prioritizing greed
Over what we need
Up to no good
Instead of what we should

[Verse 2]
Couldn’t keep our word
(How absurd!?!?)
Just lie, lie, lie
(Till the day we die)

[Chorus]
(Ah, ah, ah)
Did we withdraw
(Jaw drops in awe)
Are we really that dumb
(To succumb)

[Bridge]
Prioritizing greed
Over what we need
Up to no good
Instead of what we should

[Chorus]
(Ah, ah, ah)
Did we withdraw
(Jaw drops in awe)
Are we really that dumb
(To succumb)

[Outro]
Up to no good
Instead of what we should

A SCIENCE NOTE
President Donald Trump has directed the United States to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement. On January 20, 2025, he signed an executive order initiating the withdrawal process, marking the second time his administration has taken this action.

AP News

The Paris Climate Agreement, established in 2015, is a global accord where countries commit to reducing greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate climate change. The U.S. initially withdrew from the agreement in 2017 under President Trump, a decision that was reversed in early 2021 by President Joe Biden. This recent withdrawal reaffirms the Trump administration’s stance on prioritizing fossil fuel production and scaling back environmental regulations.

NPR