- This-That-and-the-Other-I.mp3
- This-That-and-the-Other-I.mp4
- This-That-and-the-Other-II.mp3
- This-That-and-the-Other-II.mp4
- This-That-and-the-Other-Interlude.mp3
- This-That-and-the-Other-space-prelude.mp3
[Intro]
[Instrumental, Synth Solo]
There are risks and costs (to action.)
But they are far less (than the long-range risks0
Of comfortable inaction.
[Verse 1]
Comfortably numb
(Or comfortably dumb)
Gonna get lost
In the short-range cost
[Bridge]
There’s this, that (where we’re at)
And the other thing (what you bring)
What would you say…
(Is up with your vertebrae)
[Chorus]
Action toward solution
(Avoid devolution)
Inaction reduction
(Movement meant)
[Verse 2]
Comfortably dumb
(And then sum)
Got lost
In one’s cost
[Chorus]
Action toward solution
(Avoid devolution)
Inaction reduction
(Movement meant)
[Bridge]
There’s this, that
(And the other thing)
Mostly primate slacking (on the climate)
What would you say
(Is up with the vertebrae)
[Chorus]
Action toward solution
(Avoid devolution)
Inaction reduction
(Movement meant)
[Outro]
Movement (movement)
Movement (movement)
ABOUT THE SONG
The quote comes from President John F. Kennedy, “There are risks and costs to action. But they are far less than the long-range risks of comfortable inaction.” This statement reflects Kennedy’s call to take decisive action rather than staying passive, even in the face of challenges. It’s often cited in discussions about leadership, courage, and the importance of proactive efforts in facing societal issues. Kennedy’s message underscores that avoiding action due to perceived obstacles ultimately incurs greater costs, especially in terms of missed opportunities for progress and problem-solving.