LYRICS
At first, it was hard to tell
Perhaps just as well?
As they say, time will tell
If we rose
If we fell
I suppose….
Any wonder under
Our own spell
Mo matter if
I stomp and yell
Well,
It’s hard to tell
If there’s soul, does it dwell?
Your life’s toll… heaven… hell?
Are-You-Sleeping.mp3 (unplugged to conserve energy)
Chords: G / F C G
Instrumentation: Vocals (TC-Helicon VOICELIVE), Ibanez Acoustic Guitar (AW54CE)
ABOUT THE SONG
This song explores the uncertainty and introspection surrounding the issue of climate change. The lyrics suggest a contemplative mood, questioning whether humanity has truly recognized the gravity of the situation. The repetition of “hard to tell” reflects the ambiguity and complexity of the climate crisis, as well as the difficulty in discerning its full impact. The mention of “time will tell” emphasizes the need for patience and observation to understand the consequences of our actions. Overall, the song encourages listeners to reflect on their role in addressing climate change and to consider the broader existential questions it raises about life and its interconnectedness with the environment.
Our climate model / experiment employs chaos theory to comprehensively consider human impacts and projects a potential global average temperature increase of 9℃ above pre-industrial levels. Global warming is a consequence of elevated thermal energy in the climate system, which comprises various subsystems. Chaos theory underscores the intricate and nonlinear nature of dynamic systems. Human well-being is compromised above a 1.5-degree temperature rise, rendering much of the Earth uninhabitable. A 9-degree Celsius increase would bring the Earth close to a wet-bulb temperature incapable of sustaining human life.
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.
Here is a list of additional actions you can take.