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• Man’s Best Enemy.mp3
• Man’s Best Enemy.mp4

There’s a little song
And it goes like this:
Life can’t be
Hit or miss

[Verse]
When it comes to Man’s best friend
It could be him
Man’s best friend
Once again
[Bridge]
’cause somehow
right about now
It’s clear to see

His worst enemy
A rear-view mirror fantasy

[Chorus]
The foot-on-the-gas free pass
Just cannot last
The pumping of the gas
Is way, way too fast
The primate climate
Is a thing of the past

[Verse]
When it comes to Man’s best friend
It could be Man
Then Man ran
Ran amuck, what the….

[Bridge]
’cause somehow
right about now
It’s clear to see

His worst enemy
A rear-view mirror fantasy

[Chorus]
The foot-on-the-gas free pass
Just cannot last
The pumping of the gas
Is way, way too fast
The primate climate
Is a thing of the past

A SCIENCE NOTE
“Man’s Best Enemy” offers a thought-provoking commentary on humanity’s role in climate change, using the metaphor of man’s relationship with his supposed best friend to illustrate the destructive impact of human actions on the environment.

The opening lines set the stage for introspection, suggesting that life cannot simply be left to chance or taken for granted. As the verse unfolds, the focus shifts to the concept of man’s best friend, traditionally thought to be the loyal and faithful dog. However, the song subverts this notion, implying that man himself may be his own worst enemy, particularly when it comes to environmental stewardship.

The bridge introduces the idea that this realization is dawning on humanity, as it becomes increasingly clear that the actions of the past, symbolized by the rear-view mirror, are catching up with us. The phrase “rear-view mirror fantasy” implies that our previous disregard for the consequences of our actions is no longer sustainable in the face of the climate crisis.

The chorus drives home the urgency of the situation, highlighting the unsustainable nature of our reliance on fossil fuels and the rapid pace at which we are degrading the environment. The imagery of the foot on the gas pedal represents humanity’s relentless pursuit of progress and consumption, which is ultimately leading to our own downfall and the demise of the planet’s climate stability.

In the second verse, the focus returns to man as the central figure in this narrative. The repetition of “It could be Man” underscores the idea that humanity is both the perpetrator and victim of its own actions, as our shortsightedness and greed lead to environmental catastrophe.

“Man’s Best Enemy” serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need for humanity to reassess its relationship with the planet and take meaningful action to mitigate the effects of climate change before it’s too late.

From the album “Nowadays” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

• 2-point-7.mp3
• 2-point-7.mp4

You call this heaven?
Not even close to break-even

[Verse 1]
Blasting past 1.5
Gets hard to stay alive
Getting so hot
Time forgot

[Bridge]
On our way to stay
Far away

[Chorus]
Watch the temperature creep
And weep
Watch the mercury rise
Realize
[Break]
Everyone dies

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
Surpassing 2.0
You know (we don’t have long to go)
Wildfires go wild
Floods never mild

[Bridge]
On our way to stay
Far away

[Chorus]
Watch the temperature creep
And weep
Watch the mercury rise
Realize
[Break]
Everyone dies

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 3]
2.7
This ain’t heaven
Discover
Hell froze over

[Bridge]
On our way to stay
Far away

[Chorus]
Watch the temperature creep
And weep
Watch the mercury rise
Realize
[Break]
Everyone dies

[Outro]
You call this heaven?
Not even close to break-even

[End]

A SCIENCE NOTE
Most climate scientists are projecting a global temperature increase of over 2.5°C above pre-industrial levels by the end of this century. This escalation in temperature brings forth a cascade of devastating consequences.

As the thermometer creeps past the 2.0°C mark, the likelihood of extreme forest fires surges by up to 200 times, while the risk of flood damage doubles. Beyond this threshold, at 2.7°C, an alarming scenario unfolds where approximately 2 billion people find themselves displaced from the “climate niche” that has sustained human civilization for the past 10,000 years.

Should the mercury climb to 3.0°C, the outlook becomes even bleaker. Many coastal cities, including Miami, Shanghai, Rio de Janeiro, and The Hague, face the grim prospect of submersion under rising sea levels. This catastrophic inundation not only jeopardizes the lives and livelihoods of millions but also erases centuries of cultural heritage and economic prosperity. The consequences of failing to curb global warming are dire, with each incremental rise in temperature amplifying the severity of these impacts.

From the album “Nowadays” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

• Aghast-in-Afghanistan.mp3
• Aghast-in-Afghanistan.mp4

Aghast in Afghanistan

[Verse 1]
When it rains
We’re poor
As it strains
Ever more

[Bridge]
Man, the Taliban Clan
Deprives the alive

[Break]
Strive to thrive
Aghast in Afghanistan

[Chorus]
Triggered torrents
Amount mounts
Lands ravaged
At the hands of the savage

[Instrumental, Oud, Zithers, Toms, Percussion]

[Verse 2]
When it reigns
We’re poor
As it pains
Ever more

[Bridge]
Man, the Taliban Clan
Deprives the alive

[Break]
Strive to thrive
Aghast in Afghanistan

[Chorus]
Triggered torrents
Amount mounts
Lands ravaged
At the hands of the savage

[Instrumental, Oud, Zithers, Toms, Percussion]

[Verse 3]
The reign rains
Pouring on the poor
Who remains
Under strains fore evermore

[Bridge]
Man, the Taliban Clan
Deprives the alive

[Break]
Strive to thrive
Aghast in Afghanistan

[Chorus]
Triggered torrents
Amount mounts
Lands ravaged
At the hands of the savage

[Outro]
Strive to thrive
Aghast in Afghanistan

[End]

A SCIENCE NOTE
Afghanistan has been devastated by flash floods that claimed the lives of over 300 people, according to the UN’s World Food Programme. The catastrophe unfolded as heavy rains triggered torrents of water and mud, wreaking havoc across multiple provinces. Authorities swiftly declared a state of emergency and launched rescue efforts to aid the injured.

The aftermath of the floods left villages submerged and agricultural lands ravaged, prompting a massive humanitarian response. Aid organizations described the situation as dire, with many areas facing isolation due to the floodwaters.

Rana Deraz, a communications officer for the UN agency in Afghanistan, provided grim statistics: “In Baghlan province alone, there are 311 fatalities, with 2,011 houses destroyed and 2,800 houses damaged. The number of missing persons remains high.”

Taliban government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid expressed condolences, acknowledging the loss of “hundreds of our fellow citizens” in the calamitous floods.

Richard Bennett, the UN special rapporteur for human rights in Afghanistan, highlighted the broader implications, emphasizing that the floods serve as “a stark reminder of Afghanistan’s vulnerability to the climate crisis.”

From the album “Nowadays” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

• Roller-Coaster-Incident.mp3
• Roller-Coaster-Incident.mp4

Keep your hands and feet
On your seat

[Verse 1]
Hold on as your roller coaster rolls on
(Rolls on and on)
Clicking toward the top
Like a ticking clock
(Tick, Tick, Tick Tick)
The alarm just won’t
[Break]
Stop!
[Chorus]
Screaming toward the other side
Reside in collide as you slide…
From on top
And the alarm just won’t stop

[Verse 2]
Is your coaster beyond coasting
Is it boasting of roasting
Drought than flood
Then mud then drought
Is there any doubt?

[Chorus]
Screaming toward the other side
Reside in collide as you slide…
From on top
And the alarm just won’t stop

[Bridge]
Our coaster’s coming off the rails
It never fails

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Sub-Bass]

[Verse 3]
Is your coaster beyond coasting
Is it boasting of roasting n’ toasting
Is your coaster off the rails
It never fails
[Break]
Derails

[Bridge]
Our coaster’s coming off the rails
It never fails

[Chorus]
Screaming toward the other side
Reside in collide as you slide…
From on top
And the alarm just won’t stop
[Break]
Stop!

[End]

A SCIENCE NOTE
This song uses the metaphor of a roller coaster to depict the unpredictable and dangerous trajectory of climate change. The roller coaster represents humanity’s journey through the impacts of climate change, with its ups and downs symbolizing extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, and mudslides.

In the verses, the lyrics describe the roller coaster’s relentless movement, comparing it to a ticking clock and emphasizing the feeling of being out of control. The repetition of “the alarm just won’t stop” suggests a sense of urgency and the constant warning signs of environmental crises.

The chorus reflects the sense of impending disaster as the roller coaster hurtles towards “the other side,” a metaphor for the unknown future shaped by climate change. The collision imagery implies the collision of different environmental forces and the inevitable consequences of inaction.

The bridge introduces the idea of the roller coaster coming off the rails, symbolizing the breakdown of systems and the failure to address climate change effectively. The repetition of “It never fails” underscores the inevitability of disaster if urgent action is not taken.

The song conveys a sense of urgency and the need for collective action to address the climate crisis before it’s too late.

From the album “Nowadays” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment