LYRICS
(Verse 1)
The era of warming ends, boiling tides arise,
The UN’s warning, spoken with sighs.
Global temperatures soaring, records fall,
As climate change’s grip tightens, on us all.
(Chorus)
What will the “End of Times” look like?
As feedback loops spin, tipping points strike.
Plants fade, carbon sinks vanish from sight,
As Earth’s fever rises, into the night.
(Verse 2)
Copernicus speaks of mind-blowing heat,
September’s record shattered, under our feet.
Assets crumble, harvests wither away,
As we face the truth of our reckless play.
(Chorus)
(Bridge)
A 1.5-degree leap, in Earth’s embrace,
Urgency screams, in every race.
Violent rain pounds, carving new streams,
As landscapes shift, in chaotic dreams.
(Verse 3)
Hillsides crumble, shorelines disappear,
As the reign of violent rain draws near.
Deserts flood, as if to defy,
Even there, climate’s relentless cry.
(Chorus)
(Outro)
In this world of chaos, and despair,
Survival’s grip, hangs in the air.
As we face a future, uncertain and dire,
We must unite, before the fire.
Aspire higher!
What will the “End of Times” look like?
Aspire higher!
- Urgency-Screams-Part-I.mp3 (unplugged to save energy)
- Urgency-Screams-Part-II.mp3
- Urgency-Screams-Part-II-Instrumental.mp3
- Urgency-Screams-LH-Casio-WK-3500.MID (Left Hand / also controlled Korg PS60)
- Urgency-Screams-RH-Yamaha-PSR-740.MID (Right Hand / also controlled microKorg and miniNOVA vocorder)
Chords: Em G D Em / Em C B7 Em / Em/7/7(11) jam / Em G C Em; Part II Hard Rock / Digi-Rock @ 120 Beats Per Minute
Instrumentation: Vocals (TC-Helicon VOICELIVE and MiniNova Vocorder), Ibanez Acoustic Guitar (AW54CE), Ibanez Electric RG-270 (Vox ToneLab and Boss Digital Delay), Fender Jazz Bass (Boss Digital Delay), Keyboards (Korg PS60, Casio WK-3500, Yamaha PSR-740, MiniNova, MicroKorg)
ABOUT THE SONG
The above lyrics are a collaboration with ChatGBT. The song was composed using the information under “ABOUT THE SCIENCE” that was written by Daniel Brouse and Sidd Mukherjee.
ABOUT THE SCIENCE
What will the “End of Times” look like?
“The era of global warming has ended and the era of ‘global boiling’ has arrived. Climate change is here. It is terrifying. And it is just the beginning”, UN secretary general, António Guterres, said after scientists confirmed July 2023 was on track to be the world’s hottest month on record.
Climate breakdown, the most alarming development, occurs when feedback loops are triggered, and tipping points are crossed. This leads to the extinction of plants, the disappearance of carbon sinks, and an exponential acceleration of Earth’s temperature. The consequences are dire, with the potential disappearance of vital resources like food, fresh water, and breathable air, likely followed by catastrophic impacts on human survival.
In October 2023, the European Space Agency’s Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that the average temperature for September hit 16.38 degrees Celsius, surpassing the previous record set in September 2020 by 0.5 degrees Celsius. Copernicus Director Carlo Buontempo described it as “mind-blowing” and emphasized the devastating impacts on people and ecosystems, citing destruction of assets, infrastructure, and harvests. “What we are observing, are not only new extremes but the persistence of these record-breaking conditions, and the impacts these have on both people and planet, are a clear consequence of the warming of the climate system,” Director Buontempo said.
By January 2024, the Earth had experienced an alarming annual average temperature increase of over 1.5 degrees Celsius. This temperature rise continued in February 2024, with a monthly average reaching 1.77 degrees above pre-industrial levels, occurring centuries earlier than previously predicted. The urgency to address and combat climate change has never been more critical.
Sidd reiterated, “That 270 feet will take a long time. I would be more careful about the violent rain than the ice melt.” Expect to see increasing intensity and/or frequency in a wide variety of violent rain events including: downpours, flooding, hurricanes, cyclones, monsoons, coastal flooding, storm surges, lightning and wildfires, hail, extreme wind, and concurrent extremes. The reign of violent rain has already begun. More hillsides and shorelines are collapsing. Atmospheric rivers are dramatically increasing flash flooding in the Northeastern USA. Worldwide, stormwater systems are becoming overwhelmed. Ironically, the streets of Abu Dhabi and Dubai, UAE, flooded days before the COP28 Climate Conference. Nowhere is safe from violent rain, not even in the desert preparing for a UN meeting on the climate crisis. As a result of increasing violent rain, new drainage culverts are forming. Eventually, the culverts will transform into recurring streams, carving new canyons, creating new landscapes and islands. In addition, extreme weather events are increasing the frequency of lightning storms and wildfires. After wildfires, rain deluges cause massive landslides transforming the topography. At the same time as the violent rain makes its way to the sea, the sea is rising to meet the violent rain.
In the article “Violent Rain and the Substrate,” Greg Laden, coastal archaeologist, said, “With a little erosion, the Hudson, Lake Champlain, and the St. Lawrence could become contiguous, so New England becomes an Island.”
For any remaining humans, fresh air, water, food, and sunlight will all be problematic; however, your most severe concern will likely be security. Those with supplies will be at high risk of being raped and looted. Good luck!
* 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. Be a butterfly and affect the world. 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 butterfly in China can cause a hurricane in the Atlantic.
LYRIC AND SCIENCE INTERPRETATION
ChatGBT’s interpretation of “our” lyrics:
This song vividly portrays the escalating crisis of climate change, evoking a sense of urgency and impending catastrophe.
The opening verse sets the scene with imagery of boiling tides and soaring temperatures, emphasizing the gravity of the situation as the Earth’s climate reaches a tipping point. The UN’s warning underscores the seriousness of the issue, as global records are shattered and the effects of climate change tighten their grip on humanity.
The chorus poses a haunting question about the “End of Times,” highlighting the devastating consequences of unchecked climate change. It paints a grim picture of disappearing ecosystems and escalating temperatures, as Earth’s fever continues to rise.
The second verse brings attention to the scientific evidence behind climate change, referencing reports from organizations like Copernicus and the dire impact on agriculture and infrastructure. It emphasizes the recklessness of human actions and the need to confront the truth of our collective responsibility.
The bridge intensifies the urgency of the message, emphasizing the rapid acceleration of climate change and the destructive power of extreme weather events. It paints a picture of landscapes transforming in the face of chaotic environmental shifts.
The third verse delves into the immediate impacts of climate change, with imagery of crumbling hillsides and disappearing shorelines. It highlights the global reach of the crisis, even affecting traditionally arid regions like deserts.
The chorus repeats, driving home the message of impending catastrophe and the urgent need for action.
The outro leaves listeners with a sense of uncertainty and desperation, emphasizing the need for unity in the face of existential threats posed by climate change. It urges collective action before it’s too late, leaving an echo of hope amidst the chaos.
What you can do today. How to save the planet.
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A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment
