A new song by Weezer about how society always tries to force you to say yes and impose its will on you, and resorts to gaslighting and intimidation when you refuse. It is what Martin Heidegger called the “Dictatorship of the They.”
Music
Ludovico Einaudi – Experience
One of my favorite songs by my favorite music artist Ludovico Einaudi. I discovered Ludovico Einaudi in 2013 when he released his In A Time Lapse album, which features Experience along with many other great songs. I attended his Elements concert a few years later and could easily say it was the best concert I have been to. Musical style is neoclassical.
Lausse the Cat – The Mocking Stars
A musical Banksy with very a unique music style, poetic storytelling, and incredible lyrics commenting on life and the world. He is an anonymous artist I discovered recently.
Lyrics: https://genius.com/Lausse-the-cat-the-mocking-stars-lyrics
Joe Bonamassa – The Last Matador of Bayonne
The “Last Matador of Bayonne” is about a lone fighter who continues to fight undeterred by unfavorable circumstances and outcomes. Like Rodrigo y Gabriela, I discovered Joe Bonamassa many years ago and attended one of his concerts. I would consider him the greatest blues player today, and probably of all time.
Rodrigo y Gabriela – Our Home
A Mexican duo I have been listening to for 20 years, their music never gets old, and I think their latest album may win an award. I attended a concert at a small venue before they became popular and it was a memorable performance.
Dave – The Boy Who Played the Harp
A very talented rapper who explores deeper themes throughout his albums through personal stories.