bookmark_borderTime (And Time Again)

[Space Intro]
[Break]
Ground control to Man:
[Break]
Who’s in command?
[Break]

[Verse 1]
Though time is here today
It must be moving along
I’m trying to find a way
Capture her in song

[Chorus]
Time, not one for long goodbyes
I’m, not one that whines and cries
But, I’d sure love you to find away
To stay
[Bridge]
Find our way
Tell us: everything will be O.K.
[Instrumental]

[Break]
Ground control to Man:
[Break]
Who’s in command?
[Break]

[Verse 2]
Time keeps ticking away (way away)
Moving along strong (moving along)
I’m trying to find a way
Capture her in song

[Chorus]
Time, not one for long goodbyes
I’m, not one that whines and cries
But, I’d sure love you to find away
To stay
[Bridge]
Find our way
Tell us: everything will be O.K.
[Instrumental]

[Break]
Ground control to Man:
[Break]
Who’s in command?
[Break]

[Verse 3]
Time, spilling sand in an hourglass
Slipping through my fingers
Time, keeps running past
No, she never lingers

[Chorus]
Time, not one for long goodbyes
I’m, not one that whines and cries
But, I’d sure love you to find away
To stay
[Bridge]
Find our way
Tell us: everything will be O.K.

[Outro]
Getting to know the flow
I’m…
… floating on time
[End]
[Silence]

From the album: The Future

bookmark_borderFuture

[Instrumental, Electronica, Piano, Saxophone, Guitar Solo[
[Space Intro]
The current moment, the here and now
Time intersects our immediate experience
The future what is yet to come somehow
At times, much more precarious
[Instrumental]
[Verse 1]
In the present, we stand, the moment’s embrace,
Where time and reality weave in grace.
Each breath we take, each step we tread,
In the here and now, where life is led.

[Chorus]
The current moment, the here and now,
Where past and future softly bow.
But the future’s horizon, uncertain, unknown,
A realm of possibilities, yet to be shown.
Come in to known.
[Instrumental]

[Verse 2]
The future looms large, a vast expanse,
A realm of dreams, of chance and dance.
It holds the promise of what may be,
A canvas of hope, for you and me.
[Chorus]
The current moment, the here and now,
Where past and future softly bow.
But the future’s horizon, uncertain, unknown,
A realm of possibilities, yet to be shown.
Come in to known.
[Instrumental]

[Bridge]
In the present, we find our strength,
Guided by the past, yet facing the length,
Of the road ahead, the journey untold,
With courage and faith, we’ll be bold.
Let it roll.
[Chorus]
The current moment, the here and now,
Where past and future softly bow.
But the future’s horizon, uncertain, unknown,
A realm of possibilities, yet to be shown.
Come in to known.
[Instrumental]

[Outro]
Embrace each moment we find, all kind.
For in the present, our destinies entwined.
And as we journey into the great unknown,
May hope be our compass, our guide, our own.
[End]
[Silence]

The future and the present are differentiated by the passage of time and the sequence of events. The present refers to the current moment, the here and now, where time intersects with our immediate experience. It is the moment we are living in, characterized by its immediacy and tangible reality.

In contrast, the future represents what is yet to come, the moments and events that lie ahead of the present. It encompasses the passage of time beyond the present moment and encompasses the potential outcomes, possibilities, and uncertainties that await us. The future is characterized by its unknown nature, as it has not yet unfolded and is subject to change based on various factors such as our actions, decisions, and external circumstances.

While the present is concrete and tangible, the future is abstract and speculative, existing only in our imaginations and projections. It is shaped by our hopes, fears, aspirations, and plans for what lies ahead. Despite its uncertainty, the future holds the promise of new opportunities, experiences, and possibilities for growth and transformation.

From the album: The Future

bookmark_borderHey, Now!

LYRICS
Hey, now!
And, then…
Hey now
Now and then
When then became when
If only?
Didn’t you see
It happened just now
Somehow…
“Be”‘s so slippery
Future ashore
Passed past
Before the last
Before no more
Let’s live to give
And, love to love

Unplugged Version Chords: F# E / E B F# / D C#7 F#
Instrumentation: Vocals, Takamine Acoustic Guitar
Recorded at Lake Wynonah, Pennsylvania

ABOUT THE SONG
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bookmark_borderApproaching the Speed of Light

LYRICS
To turn the page on age
I might
Approach the speed of light
But alas
My mass won’t pass

The faster I move through 3
The slower I move through 4
So, if it were up to me
I would age no more

Approaching the speed of light
Careful not to touch much
Less my new plight
Would be too much mass
In the ass

At 99.99999
I’m in time
As my year clears
Theirs nears 2,000 years

Inspiration
Through time dilation
Relativistic magic
Slick and thick

Feeling relatively fine
Reeling n time
Knowing large
Time’s in charge

Chords: F# C# B F# / C# B F# / B F# C#7 F#; Part II Cowboy Boogie Rock Shuffle @ 178 Beats Per Minute
Instrumentation: Vocals (TC-Helicon VOICELIVE and MiniNova Vocorder), Ibanez Acoustic Guitar (AW54CE), Keyboards (Korg PS60, Casio WK-3500, Yamaha PSR-740, MiniNova, MicroKorg)

ABOUT THE SONG
This song explores themes related to the concept of time dilation and the effects of approaching the speed of light, as described by Einstein’s theory of relativity.

The lyrics suggest a desire to defy the limitations imposed by aging and the passage of time. The phrase “To turn the page on age” indicates a longing to escape the constraints of aging. The idea of approaching the speed of light symbolizes a quest for liberation and a desire to transcend the boundaries of time.

However, the lyrics also acknowledge the physical limitations inherent in such a pursuit. The mention of mass and its implications at relativistic speeds reflects an understanding of the scientific principles governing time dilation. As an object accelerates towards the speed of light, its mass increases exponentially, making it increasingly difficult to accelerate further.

The reference to “3” and “4” alludes to the four-dimensional spacetime framework of Einstein’s theory of relativity, where the three dimensions of space are combined with the dimension of time. The lyrics suggest that as one approaches the speed of light, time seems to slow down relative to an outside observer (“The faster I move through 3, the slower I move through 4”).

Despite the challenges and limitations described, there’s a sense of acceptance and contentment conveyed in the closing lines. The protagonist finds solace in their relative experience of time, feeling “relatively fine” and recognizing that “time’s in charge.” Overall, the song reflects on the complexities of time, aging, and the human desire to defy the inevitability of temporal constraints.

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bookmark_borderSlow Motion Fast

LYRICS
Once upon a time
The gravest crime
Shivered my spine
Slow motion fast
Before my eyes life passed
How long can we last
Before all hope’s dashed?

Almost all the time
The gravest crime
Man-made grime
Slow motion fast
Before my eyes life passed
How long can we last
Before all hope’s dashed?

Feels like every time
Not a reason, not a rhyme
For the gravest crime
Slow motion fast
Before my eyes life passed
How long can we last
Before all hope’s dashed?

Chords: Db f Bb / Ab Eb Bb / Db Ab Bb; Part II 125 BPM
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Bass, Keyboards (Korg PS60, Casio WK-3500, Yamaha PSR-740, MiniNova, MicroKorg)

Global warming has caused irreparable damage to our environment. Almost all scientists agree that IN FACT climate change is a problem. Our planet is becoming unfit for human life. Now the question is can we adapt in time? (1999)

Human induced climate change is an exponential component of an unordered system (chaos theory). That means global warming is accelerating at a rapid rate in a complex way. From 1992 through 2023, we presented evidence and suggested remedies to mitigate climate change. By 2023, the data was undeniable that human induced climate change is destroying our habitat at a rapidly increasing rate.

At what rate is climate change accelerating?
A: Rapidly
As described above, we do not know the rate of acceleration other than to say it is more rapid than previously thought. In the summer of 2023, the extreme temperatures left most climate scientists shocked. The average earth surface temperature recorded record highs for months reaching over 3 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. The Paris Agreement calls for keeping temperatures below 1.5 degrees. Scientists concur that a rise of 2 degrees will trigger feedback loops and tipping points. Triggering these tipping points results in the CO2 stored in nature to be released at an exponential growth rate. How extreme the acceleration will be depends on tipping points toppling other tipping points in what is known as The Domino Effect. Toppled tipping points will continue to shrink the doubling time and exponentially increase the rate of global warming. Though we do not know how much carbon is stored in nature, it would be reasonable to assume that the temperature could be pushed from 3 degrees to 6 degrees above pre-industrial levels. Humans can not thrive above a rise of 1.5 degrees. Humans can not survive if the temperature rises 6 degrees.

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bookmark_borderNumbered Dances

LYRICS
At the first instance
I took a second glance
What are our chances
Numbered dances
No time to pause just because…
Past the last waltz
Numbered dances
Excuse me
It’s clear to see
We’re here
For the last dance
Let’s take this chance
Since we missed romance
Take this chance to dance
The last dance

Chords: E Am C / D G E / E A7 C B7 / D G E
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Kurzweil Electric Piano
Written and recorded at Lake Wynonah, Pennsylvania

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A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

bookmark_borderBetter Than Having None

LYRICS
As long as we’ve time under the sun
Let’s have some fun
Way better than having none
In time heaven having some
When I’m having a time
The same time as you
There’s really not much either one of us can do
To stop uf from being now
For as long as we shall be
So let’s stop throwing us
Under the bus
As long as we’ve time under the sun
Let’s have some fun
Way better than having none
In time heaven having some

Better-Than-Having-None.mp3

Chords: Em G Am Em / C D G Em
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar

bookmark_borderAbout My Birthday

LYRICS
I am lovin’
Another lap around the sun
See “can” comin’
Around the bend, then some
Three hundred sixty-five and one-forth
Add on another one to my birth
And we all sang along
In a sing-a-long
(Happy Birthday bridge)
Here’s to another run
Around the sun

A rainbow raptor appeared in the sky
Marking the time that flies by
(I’ll take it as a sign…
That I’m living time)
Marking the time that flies by
That I’m lovin’
Spinning round
Around the sun
See “can” comin’
Around the bend, then some
Three hundred sixty-five and one-forth
Add on another one to my birth
And we all sang along
In a sing-a-long

As I was sitting in the yard watching the sun set, I started to write a song while I reflected on my upcoming birthday. As I looked to the sky, a magnificent cloud took shape that looked like a giant eagle. The setting sun caused the head take on an iridescent rainbow. Three contrails shot out the rear forming an impressive tail. Watching the raptor fly across the sky I wondered, “is it a sign?”

Chords: C Bb A / D E A / C A D / D C G D / D A E A; Part II 80 Beats Per Minute
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Bass, Keyboards (Korg PS60, Casio WK-3500, Yamaha PSR-740, MiniNova, MicroKorg)

bookmark_borderSun Sank

LYRICS
Sun sank
Like an anchor
In the “see”
Done
Sank
Like to thank Her
When I see
For the way
She gave away
They day
To me for free

Sun sank
Like an anchor
In the “see”
Done
Sank
Like to thank Her
For the way
Day gave way
To night
Tonight
The light….
Sun sank
Like an anchor
In the “see”
Done
Sank
Like to thank Her
After all
The glowing ball’s
Daily fall
From the sky
While I get to live here n’ wonder why?

Sun-Sank.mp3

Chords: C Em / Em C Em / Em C A7 / A7 C
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Written and recorded at Lake Wynonah, Pennsylvania during sunset.

bookmark_borderPerch on the In

LYRICS
Once again
In search of a bargain
How long’s it been
Since a perch on the in
Out on a limb
Start to begin
Be to been
Head toward the light
It’ll be alright
Head toward the light
(k)new insight
(k)new in sight

Here again
In search of lovin’
How long’s it been
Since a perch on the in
Out on a limb
Start to begin
Be to been
Head toward the light
It’ll be alright
Head toward the light
(k)new insight
(k)new in sight

[increase tempo]

Start again
In a lurch for livin’
How long’s it been
Since a perch on the in
Out on a limb
Start to begin
Be to been
Head toward the light
It’ll be alright
Head toward the light
(k)new insight
(k)new in sight

Chords: A7 E7 / A7 B7 E7 / Em7 Am7 / A7; Part II from 102 to 140 Beats Per Minute
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Bass, Keyboards (Korg PS60, Casio WK-3500, Korg N364, MiniNova, MicroKorg)

bookmark_borderFreed

LYRICS
Now that I’m sitting here
All comes clear
The reasons for me to be —
Freewill freed
Indeed in deed
Indeed freed

Now that my ear can hear
All comes clear
The reason for me to be —
Spirit freed
Indeed in deed
Indeed freed

I know my time is fleeting
As long as my heart’s beating
Each moment I’ll shove
Full of love
Shove full of love

DR0000_0579-Freed.mp3

Chords: E A C / D E / E A C E / D A C E A
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Written and recorded at Lake Wynonah, Pennsylvania

bookmark_borderHeaven or Hell?

LYRICS
Question
Can we get home tonight
Caution
Will we be alright
Or come to find the end of the line
Once we unload, explore
The end of the road
We’ll come to explode
Mortality mode
Or come to find no such kind
Do you really think we can get out alive?!?!
Arrive
At the next station
The final destination
Cross the River Styx
Eyes fix
(I’s affix)
What does the sign say?
Is it your lucky day?
Well…
Is this heaven
Or is this hell?

Question
Can we get home tonight
Caution
Will we be alright
Or come to find the end of our time?

Chords: D F# / D E F# / F# B F#; Part II at 106 Beats Per Minute
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Bass, Keyboards (Korg PS60, Casio WK-3500, Korg N364, MiniNova, MicroKorg)

A song about the kind of world you choose to live in… are you going to wait to die to find out? What if after crossing the River Styx you are right back where you started? Do you already live in heaven or hell?

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bookmark_border(Please) Don’t Take Offense

LYRICS
I hope you won’t take offense
But you’re living your life
A picket in a fence
Hanging ’round
No suspense
Nailed it
A wall to all
Hailed it
The boundary line
Define

Are you going to stick to your stance?
Insured to be bored… Oh, Lord!
A picket in a fence
Hanging ’round
No suspense
Nailed it
A wall to all
Hailed it
The boundary line
Define
Personal crime
’cause you’re not standing
In the way of time

Why not
Hang ’round ’til I rot
All my time, I’m… rot
That’s all I’ve got
Rot
Why not rot?

(Please) Don’t Take Offense.mp3 (Free Music Download/Stream)

How will you spend your time on Earth? What is your purpose in life? Are you a picket in a fence… or a path to freedom?

Chords: A / A C / C A Esus4 / E B E E D E
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar

bookmark_borderEnough Enough

LYRICS
The way things are going to go
Some things you ought to know
Can’t go that much longer
When we act like that
Death comes on slow
As maladies grow
Are we strong enough
to hang tough
Are we tough enough
To say “Enough!”
Enough enough

Now you see where we’re going to be
Are you sure we were honest… honestly?
Can’t go that much longer
When we act like that
Death comes on slow
As maladies grow
Are we strong enough
to hang tough
Are we tough enough
To say “Enough!”
Enough enough

Procrastinate to hesitate
To wait too late
Too late to wait
Can’t go that much longer
When we act like that
Death comes on slow
As maladies grow
Are we strong enough
to hang tough
Are we tough enough
To say “Enough!”
Enough enough

Chords: E C G E7 / C D7 D7 C / C D7 G / G A E E A G / G E; Part II @ 126 Beats Per Minute
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Keyboards (Korg PS60, Casio WK-3500, Korg N364, MiniNova, MicroKorg)

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Climate Change: The End of Times

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment