bookmark_borderChange It Up

[Intro]
Would it be abrupt!
To change it up?

[Refrain]
To remain the same
(Could drive us insane)

[Bridge]
Would it be abrupt!
To change it up?
Can’t turn down
(Changing up)
Getting down
(Changing up)
Down, down, down

[Refrain]
To remain the same
(Will drive us insane)
Don’t rename the game
(And shift the blame)

[Bridge]
Would it be abrupt!
To change it up?
Can’t turn down
(Changing up)
Getting down
(Changing up)
Down, down, down

[Outro]
To remain the same
(Is insane)
To go backwards…
(Reverse is worse)
Four words:
(Forewords… onward… light delight)
Incite (insight)
Incite (in sight)

From the album “The Times

bookmark_borderMungo

[Intro]
It’s a mungo (a go-go)
But what do they know
(Woe, know no know)

[Refrain]
Claim to fame:

[Verse]
They pulled reclaimed wool
(Over their eyes)
Thinking sheepish will hide the fool
(Only to realize)

[Bridge]
Realize!
It’s a mungo (a go-go)
But what do they know
(Woe, know no know)
Mungo (a go-go)
Here we go

[Refrain]
Claim to fame:
(Still the same)

[Verse]
Their reclaimed wool
(Still covers the fool?)
As the wolf prepares to eat
(Lamb! Oh, what a treat)

[Bridge]
Pulled wool…
(Over their eyes)
Realize!
It’s a mungo (a go-go)
But what do they know
(Woe, know no know)
Mungo (a go-go)
Here we go
Come mungo (a go-go)
Know what they no
(As they know no know)
Mungo (a go-go)
Here we go
Mungo (a go-go)
Here we come
Mungo (a go-go)
Free (dumb)

From the album “The Times

bookmark_borderChange Position

[Intro]
Is there any opposition
(To a change in position)

[Verse]
Haven’t you been on top
(Long enough)
Perhaps you should stop
(Long enough)

[Bridge]
Is there any opposition
(To a change in position)

[Verse]
Haven’t you been on the bottom
(Rollin’ in the rough)
Perhaps you should succumb
(Start gettin’ tough)

[Bridge]
Is there any opposition
(To a change in position)

[Verse]
So here we are
(Really not that far)
From where we started from
(Perhaps a little less dumb)

[Bridge]
So here we come!
Juxtaposition
(Reposition)

[Outro]
So there we go
(From to to fro)
Changed position
(Found solution)

From the album “The Times

Also found on the album “Reggae Getaway

bookmark_borderDe-Grime

[Intro]
Don’t ya think it’s about time
(We de-grime)

[Verse 1]
Playing a dirty game
(By any other name)
Is still the same
(The same old “told”)

[Chorus]
Don’t ya think it’s about time
(We start to de-grime)
Clean up our act
(As a matter of fact)

[Bridge]
In the thick of slime
(Under attack)

[Verse 2]
It’s the same ole con job
(Like working for the mob)
It’s still the same shame
(Playing that game)

[Chorus]
Don’t ya think it’s about time
(We start to de-grime)
Clean up our act
(As a matter of fact)

[Bridge]
In the thick of slime
(Under attack)

[Outro]
It’s about time
(It’s our prime hour)
In our prime time
Gonna (gonna) gonna de-grime
(Gonna) gonna (gonna de-grime)

From the album “The Times

bookmark_borderDaylight Saving Time

[Intro]
It’s daylight saving time
(Saving time? Sublime)

[Chorus]
If we could put time in a bottle
(Keep it for ever and ever)
So, we could keep up on the throttle
(For a better endeavor)

[Bridge]
It’s daylight saving time
(Saving time sounds sublime)

[Verse]
A penny saved
(Is a penny earned)
No rights waved
(Or so we yearn)

[Chorus]
If we could put time in a bottle
(Keep it for ever and ever)
So, we could keep up on the throttle
(For a better endeavor)

[Bridge]
It’s daylight saving time
(Saving time sounds sublime)
What do you say
(We save it for a rainy day?)

[Verse]
Don’t put all your eggs
(In one basket)
The less one kneels and begs
(If you should drop it)

[Chorus]
If we could put time in a bottle
(Keep it for ever and ever)
So, we could keep up on the throttle
(For a better endeavor)

[Bridge]
It’s daylight saving time
(Saving time sounds sublime)

[Outro]
Save that daylight
(Before it turns to night)
Save that daylight
(With all your might)
Don’t let it slip away
(Save it while you can)
It’s not too late to start today
(Every man can)
Brighten the day

From the album “The Times

bookmark_borderTick-Tock

[Verse 1]
Can you hold back the tide
(Or are you here for the ride)
Is it only a matter of moments
(Until we feel the movements)

[Bridge]
The times keep moving on
(The present proving gone)

[Chorus]
As time keeps on ticking
(Tick-tock, tick-tock)
Only the past keeps sticking
(Just check your clock)

[Verse 2]
Can you impede time’s flow
(Change the direction that we go)
Is it only a matter of moments
(Until we feel the movements)

[Bridge]
The times keep moving on
(The present proving gone)

[Chorus]
As time keeps on ticking
(Tick-tock, tick-tock)
Only the past keeps sticking
(Just check your clock)

[Outro]
As time keeps on ticking
(Let the thoughts start clicking)
For sure ensure there’s future
(And the tick-tock of man’s clock)

From the album “The Times

bookmark_borderDraggin’ the Line

Tommy James Coversong

[Verse 1]
Makin’ a livin’ the old hard way
Takin’ and givin’ by day by day
I dig snow and rain and the bright sunshine

[Refrain]
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line)

[Verse 2]
My dog Sam eats purple flowers
Ain’t got much, but what we got’s ours
We dig snow and rain and the bright sunshine

[Refrain]
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line)
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line)

[Chorus]
I feel fine
I’m talkin’ ’bout peace of mind
I’m gonna take my time
I’m gettin’ the good sign

[Refrain]
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line)
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line)

[Verse 3]
Lovin’ a free and feelin’ spirit
Of huggin’ a tree when you get near it
Diggin’ the snow and the rain and the bright sunshine

[Refrain]
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line)
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line)

[Chorus]
I feel fine
I’m talkin’ ’bout peace of mind
I’m gonna take my time
I’m gettin’ the good sign

[Refrain]
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line)
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line)

[Outro]
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line) (La-la la-la la-la la-la)
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line) (La-la la-la la-la la)
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line) (La-la la-la la-la la-la)
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line) (La-la la-la la-la la)
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line) (La-la la-la la-la la-la)
Draggin’ the line (Draggin’ the line) (La-la la-la la-la la)

From the album “The Times

bookmark_borderRange of Change

[Intro]
What is the range of change?

[Verse 1]
What is the spread
(In your head)
How far between
(The extreme)

[Bridge]
What is the range of change?

[Chorus]
Are your toys in the attic
(Static)
Are your bats in the belfry
(Really free)

[Verse 2]
What is the difference
(In your high and low)
Is your deference
(Because you know)

[Bridge]
[Chorus]

[Bridge]
Can you tell me
(How thin, how thick)
Seriously….
What is the range of change?

ABOUT THE SONG
Examples of “range in change” involve measuring the spread of data (like temperatures or scores), tracking fluctuations in financial markets (trading ranges), or observing how function outputs shift (domain/range transformations in math), often focusing on the difference between extreme values to understand variability, such as a toy’s review scores shifting from a high range (metal toys) to a lower range (plastic toys).

From the album “The Times

bookmark_borderOf Optimism

[Intro]
To counteract the skepticism
(Bring on Times of Optimism)

[Verse]
Do you think
(It’s about time)
We end the whine and dine
(Since we’re on the brink)
Don’t ‘cha think?

[Bridge]
Time (I’mm, I’mmm, I’mmmmm)
To counteract the skepticism
(Bring on The Times of Optimism)

[Verse]
Do you think
(It’s about time)
We end the whine and dine
(Since we’re on the brink)
Don’t ‘cha think?

[Bridge]
Time (I’mm, I’mmm, I’mmmmm)
To counteract the skepticism
(Bring on The Times of Optimism)

[Verse]
So, do you think
(Does it come to mind)
Within a blink
(Of on the brink)
We could find “kind”

[Bridge]
Find the time
(To be kind)
Time (I’mm, I’mmm, I’mmmmm)
To counteract the skepticism
(Bring on The Times of Optimism)

[Verse]
Bring on The Times
(Of optimism)
Scale the schism
(And bring to mind)
What about… man “kind”

[Bridge]
Find the time
(To be kind)
Time (I’mm, I’mmm, I’mmmmm)
To counteract the skepticism
(Bring on The Times of Optimism)

[Outro]
Bring on The Times
(Of optimism)
Of the times… “Of Love”
(And optimism)
We can find the “I’m in”
(…just bring to mind)
We our are man “kind”

From the album “The Times

bookmark_borderYou’ve Changed

[Intro]
You’ve changed
(What once was innocence)
Is now ignorance

[Verse]
When we were young
You loved to play
Every song sung
Each and every day

[Chorus]
You’ve changed
(What once was innocence)
Is now ignorance

… come unhinged
(What once was presence)
Is now arrogance

[Verse]
When we were young
You loved to say
Please help the unsung
All along the way

[Chorus]
You’ve changed
(What once was innocence)
Is now ignorance

… come unhinged
(What once was presence)
Is now arrogance

[Verse]
Back in our youth
You loved to love
You hated hate
Now above… you debate

[Chorus]
You’ve changed
(What once was innocence)
Is now ignorance

… come unhinged
(What once was presence)
Is now arrogance

[Outro]
Can you change
(Regain innocence)
Enlighten ignorance

Seek out what’s strange
(Unique in our presence)
And be humane human beings
(Being humane in our humanity)

From the album “The Times

bookmark_borderThe Times

[Intro]
The times they are….
(At least so far)

[Verse 1]
The days go by
(As ways go astray)
What it is to try
(Living day to day)

[Bridge]
The times they are….
(At least so far)

[Chorus]
Changing (Yes they are)
Rearranging (Yes indeed)
Changing (What is par)
Deranging (A good deed)

[Verse 2]
The years fly by
(The days get frayed)
Still asking “but why”
(We’re living in a raid)

[Bridge]
The times they are….
(At least so far)

[Chorus]
Changing (Yes they are)
Rearranging (Yes indeed)
Changing (What is par)
Deranging (A good deed)

[Outro]
Changing (Times)
Mounting (Crimes)
It’s about time
(We seek our prime)
Cha, cha, changing
(Cha, cha, changing)

From the album “The Times

bookmark_borderDeviation

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Deviation-0.mp4
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Deviation-I.mp4
Deviation-intro.mp3

[Intro]
Is your (Deviation)
Standard
(Man slandered)
Civilization

[Verse 1]
You call this civilized
Hopin’ you’d realized
We create deviate
In all we relate

[Bridge]
Time we pull through
We (me and you)

[Chorus]
Is our (Deviation)
Standard
(Man slandered)
Civilization
(Deviation)

[Bridge]
Devolution
Sour (solution)

[Verse 2]
You call this civilized
More dazed than surprised
We let our deviate
At an exponential rate

[Bridge]
Time we pull through
We (me and you)

[Chorus]
Is our (Deviation)
Standard
(Man slandered)
Civilization
(Deviation)

[Outro]
Devolution
Our sour (solution)
Our are

ABOUT THE SCIENCE

A standard deviation is a statistical measure that quantifies the amount of variation or dispersion in a set of values. In simple terms:

  • A low standard deviation means the values are close to the average (mean).

  • A high standard deviation means the values are spread out over a wider range.

It’s often used in economics and finance to measure risk, volatility, or abnormality in data like stock prices, inflation, or GDP growth.


Real-World Meaning of “Multiple Standard Deviations”

If a metric is “2 standard deviations above the mean,” it means it is significantly higher than usual — so much so that it happens only about 2.5% of the time in a normal distribution.


Current Examples (as of 2024-2025) of Economic/Financial Metrics Showing Multiple Standard Deviations

These examples reflect extreme, unusual, or risky conditions — either positive or negative.

1. Inflation Volatility (U.S.)

  • Core inflation variability has been 2–3 standard deviations higher than historical norms at times since 2021.

  • Caused by COVID shocks, war, supply chain issues, and erratic monetary policy.

2. Federal Deficit (as % of GDP)

  • In fiscal 2024, the U.S. deficit was close to 6%–7% of GDP, well above historical norms and more than 2 standard deviations from peacetime averages.

3. Home Prices vs. Median Income

  • Home price-to-income ratios in many U.S. cities (like San Francisco or Austin) are 2+ standard deviations above historic affordability measures.

  • Indicates housing bubbles or structural imbalance.

4. Stock Market Valuation (e.g., CAPE Ratio)

  • The Shiller CAPE ratio (cyclically adjusted PE) for the S&P 500 is well above long-term averages — often cited as 2–3 standard deviations above its historical mean.

  • Signals potential overvaluation or irrational exuberance.

5. Corporate Debt Levels

  • Non-financial corporate debt as a % of GDP has spiked in recent years — well above the mean, and possibly 2 SDs higher than pre-2008 norms.

6. Climate-related Economic Losses

  • Insured losses due to climate disasters (floods, fires, hurricanes) have become multiple standard deviations above the 1980s–2000s averages.

  • Insurance companies and reinsurers now treat some events as no longer “tail risk” but regular occurrences.

From the album “Deviation

The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

bookmark_borderGaining

[Intro]
I am…
Gaining momentum
(Picking up speed)
Indeed…
Gaining momentum
(Mass is growing fast)

[Bridge]
Join as we pass

[Verse 1]
You make an impression
(On the surface)
Learning the lesson
(Of face-to-face)
Suffice to say
(We’ll be on our way)

[Chorus]
I am…
Gaining momentum
(Picking up speed)
Indeed…
Gaining momentum
(Mass is growing fast)

[Bridge]
Join as we pass

[Verse 2]
Now part of the party
(There’s no parting of ways)
Taking part quite hardy
(Rolling through our days)
Suffice to say
(We’ll be on our way)

[Chorus]
I am…
Gaining momentum
(Picking up speed)
Indeed…
Gaining momentum
(Mass is growing fast)

[Bridge]
Join as we pass
We are…
(Going far)

[Outro]
Join as we pass
We are…
(Going fast)

A SCIENCE NOTE

Climate change is gaining momentum due to feedback loops, cumulative emissions, and accelerating impacts that amplify the problem over time. Here’s how it happens:


1. Increased Greenhouse Gas Emissions

  • Cumulative Effect: Greenhouse gases (GHGs) like CO₂ and methane remain in the atmosphere for decades to centuries. The more we emit, the higher their concentration, trapping more heat in the Earth’s atmosphere.
  • Acceleration: Emissions from fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial activities continue to rise, amplifying the warming effect.

2. Positive Feedback Loops

Feedback loops occur when an initial change sets off processes that reinforce or amplify that change. Key examples include:

  • Melting Ice and Albedo Effect:
    • Ice and snow reflect sunlight, helping to cool the planet. As they melt, darker ocean or land surfaces are exposed, which absorb more heat, causing further warming and more melting.
  • Thawing Permafrost:
    • Warming causes permafrost to thaw, releasing stored methane and CO₂ into the atmosphere. These potent greenhouse gases accelerate warming, which leads to further thawing.
  • Water Vapor Feedback:
    • Warmer air holds more water vapor, a greenhouse gas. This increases the atmosphere’s ability to trap heat, further warming the planet.

3. Oceanic Changes

  • Warming Oceans:
    • Oceans absorb about 90% of the heat from global warming, which destabilizes marine ecosystems and leads to coral bleaching. Warmer oceans also reduce their ability to absorb CO₂, leaving more in the atmosphere.
  • Melting Ice Sheets:
    • The Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets are melting at increasing rates, contributing to sea-level rise and altering ocean currents like the Gulf Stream, which regulates global weather patterns.
  • Ocean Acidification:
    • Excess CO₂ dissolves in seawater, making it more acidic. Acidification harms marine life, disrupting food chains and ecosystems.

4. Ecosystem Disruption

  • Forest Loss:
    • Deforestation and wildfires release large amounts of CO₂ while reducing the planet’s ability to absorb it. Warming also stresses forests, making them more vulnerable to pests and diseases.
  • Loss of Biodiversity:
    • Many species struggle to adapt to rapidly changing climates, leading to extinctions that destabilize ecosystems and reduce their resilience.

5. Socioeconomic Amplifiers

  • Infrastructure Damage:
    • Climate-related disasters like hurricanes, floods, and wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity, causing massive economic losses.
  • Food and Water Insecurity:
    • Rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns disrupt agriculture and freshwater supplies, leading to shortages and conflicts.
  • Population Growth:
    • More people require more resources, increasing emissions and placing further strain on ecosystems.

6. Momentum and Inertia

  • Thermal Inertia:
    • The Earth’s systems (oceans, ice sheets, atmosphere) respond slowly to changes, meaning even if emissions stopped today, warming would continue for decades due to past emissions.
  • Energy Infrastructure Lock-In:
    • Existing reliance on fossil fuels and slow transitions to renewable energy perpetuate emissions, delaying action and exacerbating warming.

7. Compounding Effects

  • Extreme Weather:
    • Events like heatwaves, droughts, and hurricanes are becoming more intense and frequent, creating cascading impacts on communities, economies, and ecosystems.
  • Global Feedbacks:
    • Regional impacts can influence global systems, such as Arctic warming disrupting jet streams, leading to extreme weather in other parts of the world.

Conclusion

Climate change gains momentum because its impacts are self-reinforcing, cumulative, and interconnected. The longer we delay significant mitigation efforts, the harder it becomes to slow or reverse the trajectory. Urgent action is needed to break these feedback loops and stabilize the climate.

* 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.

From the album “Snowball Effect” by Δ To Cause a Change

The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderSnow Ball

[Intro]
One last Snow Ball
(Before the last call)
One last Snow Ball
(Celebrate the fall)

[Bridge]
Put out the call
(For the last snowfall)
Going to have a ball
(For the final fall)

[Verse 1]
By any chance…
Are you going to the dance
My love for you to take
Given a snowflake shake

[Bridge]
Put out the call
(For the last snowfall)
Going to have a ball
(For the final fall)

[Chorus]
One last Snow Ball
(Before the last call)
One last Snow Ball
(Celebrate the fall)

[Verse 2]
Nothing like some romance
At a solstice dance
I’ll give you all my love
Crystals falling from above

[Bridge]
Put out the call
(For the last snowfall)
Going to have a ball
(For the final fall)

[Chorus]
One last Snow Ball
(Before the last call)
One last Snow Ball
(Celebrate the fall)

[Outro]
Put out the call
(For the last snowfall)
Going to have a snow ball

From the album “Snowball Effect” by Δ To Cause a Change

The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

MegaEpix Enormous