CritKal Theory by LMNōP

"Critical Theory" - (Psych-Funk) - [Themed]

r/SongAWeek submissions 2025 - Week 11 - "Too Cruel, Even For Arkansas"

(re-upload & re-mix)

indeed our times are too cruel.

There is however an underlying geometry. It is only through the understanding of this geometric cycle that one can arrive at understanding.

The geometry is simple; it's a sphere being constantly filled and burst. A build that bubbles then crashes, a boom that bubbles then pops.

you see?

This is critical theory at its core; crueller even than Arkansas.

Cruel enough to rule it all.

and so here we are.

...enjoy?

LYRIçS:.

Build, build, bubble --
then: crash
Build, build, bubble --
then: crash
bubble --
then: crash
Boom, boom, bubble --
then: pop
Boom, boom, bubble --
then: pop
bubble --
then: pop

(repeat)

it's a critical theory
to the survival of the human race
we come face to face
with the ruthless blokes
who control this place
it's the only hope
to restore our grace

I'm feeling quite weary
cuz solutions seem so out of reach
yes for you and me
but I know the beach
is a place to see
yes a place to see
it's a place to see

Build, build, bubble --
then: crash
Build, build, bubble --
then: crash
bubble --
then: crash
Boom, boom, bubble --
then: pop
Boom, boom, bubble --
then: pop
bubble --
then: pop

(repeat)

I'm too cool even for Arkansas
you're too cruel, just like the post I saw

build build bubble then crash
pump the bubble with gas
dump the rabble then dash
buy the rubble with cash
make a mad dash; take a mad dash
pity it's a trouble of class;
muddle up the masses
repeat until mastered; rehash
disaster at last
build build bubble then crash
bubble then crash

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