LYRICS
How can I see the light?
Look up
During all your days
Direct your gaze
Toward the sky
Give it a try
Avoid obstructions
Void of objections
Position yourself in a place
Where you face
The light
Clear line of sight
Appropriate precautions
For one:
Don’t look into the eyes of the sun
How can I see the light?
Clear sky insight
Through your window
Come to know
Streaming sunlight
See the light
- How-Can-I-See-the-Light? Part-I.mp3 (unplugged to save energy)
- How-Can-I-See-the-Light? Part-II.mp3
- How-Can-I-See-the-Light? Part-II-Instrumental.mp3
- How-Can-I-See-the-Light? LH-Casio-WK-3500.MID (Left Hand / also controlled Korg PS60)
- How-Can-I-See-the-Light? RH-Yamaha-PSR-740.MID (Right Hand / also controlled microKorg and miniNOVA vocorder)
Chords: F Db / Bb Ab / Bb Db F F Bb / Db F Bb; Part II @ 85 Beats Per Minute
Instrumentation: Vocals (TC-Helicon VOICELIVE and MiniNova Vocorder), Ibanez Acoustic Guitar (AW54CE), Ibanez Electric RG-270 (Boss Digital Delay), Fender Jazz Bass (Boss Digital Delay), Keyboards (Korg PS60, Casio WK-3500, Yamaha PSR-740, MiniNova, MicroKorg)
ABOUT THE SONG (Figuratively)
These lyrics convey a metaphorical message about finding hope and positivity in the face of challenges, particularly related to climate change. The repeated question, “How can I see the light?” suggests a desire to find optimism and a way forward. Here’s an interpretation:
The lyrics encourage the listener to seek hope and inspiration, symbolized by “the light,” despite the difficulties posed by climate change.
“Look up” serves as a directive to remain optimistic and maintain a positive outlook.
“Direc t your gaze toward the sky” suggests a shift in perspective, looking beyond immediate concerns and focusing on the bigger picture.
“Give it a try” emphasizes the importance of making an effort to find hope and positivity.
“Avoid obstructions, void of objections” suggests clearing mental or emotional obstacles that may hinder a positive outlook.
“Position yourself in a place where you face the light, clear line of sight” reinforces the idea of consciously placing oneself in a situation that allows for a positive perspective.
“Appropriate precautions, for one: Don’t look into the eyes of the sun” serves as a metaphorical reminder to be cautious and realistic, acknowledging challenges without being overwhelmed by them.
“How can I see the light? Clear sky insight” suggests that clarity and understanding can lead to a more optimistic outlook.
“Through your window, come to know streaming sunlight, see the light” metaphorically implies that by opening up to possibilities and new perspectives, one can find hope even in small, everyday moments.
Overall, these lyrics encourage an attitude of hopefulness and a proactive approach to maintaining a positive outlook despite the challenges associated with climate change.
ABOUT THE SONG (Literally)
To see the light, you can follow these simple steps:
- Find a Light Source: Sunlight comes from the sun, so the first step is to position yourself in a location where sunlight is present. This is typically outdoors, but sunlight can also enter buildings through windows.
- Time of Day: Sunlight is most abundant during the day when the sun is in the sky. The exact time will vary depending on your location, time of year, and weather conditions. Generally, mid-morning to mid-afternoon provides the brightest sunlight.
- Clear Skies: Sunlight is most visible on clear days when the sky is not overcast. Try to go outside when the sky is clear to experience the full brightness of sunlight.
- Avoid Obstructions: Position yourself in a place where buildings, trees, or other obstacles do not block the sunlight. Open spaces with direct exposure to the sun will provide the best view.
- Look Up: Simply direct your gaze towards the sky or the source of sunlight. If you’re indoors, position yourself near a window where sunlight is streaming in.
Remember to take appropriate precautions, such as wearing sunglasses if needed, especially during bright and sunny days, to protect your eyes from excessive sunlight.
Music as a Universal Language: Music has the power to communicate emotions universally. Certain melodies, harmonies, or rhythms can evoke specific feelings that resonate with people across different cultures and backgrounds.
ExperiMental Music: The music and lyrics are written and recorded extemporaneously. Extemporaneous, spontaneous, improvisation, jamming, freestyle, and impromptu music are most closely related to pure chaos. The music and lyrics evolve from the “sensitive initial conditions” similar to “a butterfly flapping its wings in China causing a hurricane in the Atlantic.”
The Science of Chaos Theory, String Theory, and Music
Our climate model employs chaos theory to comprehensively consider human impacts and projects a potential global average temperature increase of 9℃ above pre-industrial levels.
What Can I Do? There are numerous actions you can take to contribute to saving the planet. Each person bears the responsibility to minimize pollution, discontinue the use of fossil fuels, reduce consumption, and foster a culture of love and care. The Butterfly Effect illustrates that a small change in one area can lead to significant alterations in conditions anywhere on the globe. Hence, the frequently heard statement that a fluttering butterfly in China can cause a hurricane in the Atlantic. Be a butterfly and affect the world.