Two-Evils.mp3
Two-Evils.mp4
Two-Evils-Unplugged-Underground-XXII.mp3
Two-Evils-Unplugged-Underground-XXII.mp4
Two-Evils-intro.mp3
[Intro]
He defines the two evils
(Demons and devils)
[Verse 1]
Crisis to left of me
Crisis to the right
Soon nothing left of me
Despite of all my spite
[Bridge]
The storm ensuing
Is pursuing
(You)
Due to what you do
He defines the two evils
(Demons and devils)
[Chorus]
He stokes (He denies)
Mag-a primate climate (crisis)
He defies (and lies)
About the economy
(… to the detriment of you and me)
[Verse 2]
Likes to conquer by divide
Plan? Not sure. Can’t run. Can’t hide.
To drive a schism both far and wide
In the land, we all reside
[Bridge]
The storm ensuing
Is pursuing
(You)
Due to what you do
He defines the two evils
(Demons and devils)
[Chorus]
He stokes (He denies)
Mag-a primate climate (crisis)
He defies (and lies)
About the economy
(… to the detriment of you and me)
[Break]
Who cries, who dies?
Summarize:
Realize… keep the love alive
He stokes (He denies)
Mag-a primate climate (crisis)
He defies (and lies)
About the economy
(… to the detriment of you and me)
[Outro]
He defines the two evils
(Demons and devils)
ABOUT THE SONG
The song “Two Evils” is a potent allegorical critique of Donald Trump’s leadership, specifically in relation to two converging global threats: climate change and economic isolationism. Through its poetic structure, the song expresses how these crises are not just worsening under his watch—they are being actively stoked and strategically denied for political gain.
Verse 1 & Bridge: Trapped by Dual Catastrophe
“Crisis to left of me / Crisis to the right / Soon nothing left of me”
This verse vividly portrays the feeling of being cornered by simultaneous disasters. On one side is climate change—rising temperatures, megastorms, wildfires; on the other is a shrinking economy fueled by tariffs, trade wars, and nationalist economic policies. The line “Despite of all my spite” suggests that personal outrage or political resistance is ineffective when leadership is destructive by design.
“The storm ensuing / Is pursuing (you) / Due to what you do”
This bridge personalizes the crisis: it isn’t a natural or accidental storm—it’s manmade, fueled by denial, delay, and deregulation. The phrase “He defines the two evils (Demons and devils)” frames Trump not as someone trying to manage these crises, but as the author and amplifier of them.
Chorus: Direct Indictment of Climate and Economic Sabotage
“He stokes (He denies) / Mag-a primate climate (crisis)”
The phrase “Mag-a primate climate” is a biting jab at the regressive, anti-science ideology promoted by Trump and his followers, mocking how primitive such denialism appears in the face of overwhelming scientific evidence. By stoking division and simultaneously denying the real threat, he delays action while disaster accelerates.
“He defies (and lies) / About the economy”
This references economic isolationism, trade war propaganda, and false claims about job growth, inflation, and tariffs. These economic policies have alienated global allies, driven up prices, and weakened long-term resilience. The lie isn’t just misdirection—it’s a strategy.
“… to the detriment of you and me”
The costs of this dual sabotage aren’t abstract—they’re borne by ordinary people, from those displaced by climate disasters to families hurt by rising costs and declining wages.
Verse 2: Division as a Weapon
“Likes to conquer by divide / Plan? Not sure. Can’t run. Can’t hide.”
This highlights Trump’s core political strategy: division. Racial, ideological, urban vs. rural, native vs. immigrant—every wedge is exploited to consolidate power. The absence of a coherent long-term policy (“Plan? Not sure.”) underscores the chaos and unpredictability of his leadership. The people are left defenseless (“Can’t run. Can’t hide.”).
Break & Outro: Urgency and Moral Reckoning
“Who cries, who dies? Summarize: Realize… keep the love alive”
This break calls for reflection. It’s a moral appeal—recognize the pain, the casualties, and resist the dehumanizing, divisive tactics. The phrase “keep the love alive” is a plea for compassion, unity, and truth in a time of manipulation and fear.
“He defines the two evils (Demons and devils)”
The outro repeats the central theme: Trump is not simply failing to address climate and economic crises—he is defining, exploiting, and weaponizing them.
Conclusion:
“Two Evils” is a condemnation of Trump’s role in accelerating the climate crisis and destabilizing the global economy through isolationist policies. It paints a portrait of a leader who thrives on chaos, division, and denial—turning existential threats into political tools. In the face of such dual evils, the song calls on listeners to recognize the manipulation, confront the truth, and resist with empathy and unity.
Based on the paper: “Solutions to the Fossil Fuel Economy and the Myths Accelerating Climate and Economic Collapse.“
From the album “Orange“