
Sycophancy Is a Death Spiral – and America’s in It
When leaders demand total loyalty and surround themselves with flatterers, disaster follows. Every time. It’s not a question of if—it’s a question of when.

Proposal: musicto Collaborative Playlist Grant Initiative
We perceive Higher as a movement that rises above division, fear, and hate. If hate represents the lowest expression of humanity, then aiming higher is about choosing connection, empathy, and creativity.

In Scotland & Feeling Good
Writing for the Human Collective, this week's prompt: How Are You Feeling About Where You're At In Your Life?
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Sycophancy Is a Death Spiral – and America’s in It
When leaders demand total loyalty and surround themselves with flatterers, disaster follows. Every time. It’s not a question of if—it’s a question of when.

Proposal: musicto Collaborative Playlist Grant Initiative
We perceive Higher as a movement that rises above division, fear, and hate. If hate represents the lowest expression of humanity, then aiming higher is about choosing connection, empathy, and creativity.

In Scotland & Feeling Good
Writing for the Human Collective, this week's prompt: How Are You Feeling About Where You're At In Your Life?


I've adored this track from the moment I heard it - one of those songs that has burrowed into my subconscious and that pops out every now and then when I need to get lost.
The fascination comes from the ambiguity of the lyric:
"I know my place, but it don't know me"
I mean - what the hell does that even mean?
And that's the thing isn't it - 'cos sometimes I know exactly what it means - it's so resonant - not that I could or can explain it.
Then there's imagery - from beds that are too big for the room to:
"Play your forty-five records late at night, open all the windows, turn out the light.
Mysterious creatures will fill the room, a midnight show just put on for you."
Again - I'm right there - in this lyric - shut your eyes and I'm betting you could be too ;-p
And then you get to the out - the increase in energy - the rising crescendo - the gang vocals - the resolution and just…
…yeah,
It's fascinating,
just,
fascinating.
To me.
I've adored this track from the moment I heard it - one of those songs that has burrowed into my subconscious and that pops out every now and then when I need to get lost.
The fascination comes from the ambiguity of the lyric:
"I know my place, but it don't know me"
I mean - what the hell does that even mean?
And that's the thing isn't it - 'cos sometimes I know exactly what it means - it's so resonant - not that I could or can explain it.
Then there's imagery - from beds that are too big for the room to:
"Play your forty-five records late at night, open all the windows, turn out the light.
Mysterious creatures will fill the room, a midnight show just put on for you."
Again - I'm right there - in this lyric - shut your eyes and I'm betting you could be too ;-p
And then you get to the out - the increase in energy - the rising crescendo - the gang vocals - the resolution and just…
…yeah,
It's fascinating,
just,
fascinating.
To me.
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Discover the mesmerizing allure of a track that resonates on a deep level. In the latest blog post by @music2work2, the exploration of its ambiguous lyrics captivates, particularly the line: "I know my place, but it don't know me." The evocative imagery calls to mind late-night vibes and haunting melodies that pull listeners into a shared experience. The rising energy and gang vocals provide a perfect closure to this fascinating musical journey. It's all about finding that place of connection and reflection in sound.