Unusual request re: Matter and Dark matter and song lyrics

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a participant's request for feedback on song lyrics inspired by a lecture on the universe, specifically focusing on the accuracy of concepts related to dark matter and other cosmic themes. The participant seeks to ensure factual correctness while acknowledging the metaphorical nature of some statements.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to confirm the factual accuracy of lyrics related to dark matter and the universe, while also considering metaphorical interpretations.
  • Another participant suggests that popular artists can take creative liberties with lyrics, implying that the accuracy of the song may not be as critical.
  • A different participant offers a positive assessment of the lyrics, indicating they find them to be good poetry and worthy of approval.
  • There is an acknowledgment of alternate theories regarding dark matter, suggesting that the topic is complex and not universally agreed upon.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the appropriateness of the lyrics or the necessity of factual accuracy versus creative expression. Multiple views on the importance of factual correctness versus artistic license remain present.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the best forum for this discussion, indicating a potential mismatch between the topic and the community's focus. The conversation also reflects varying levels of engagement with the scientific concepts presented in the lyrics.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in the intersection of art and science, particularly those exploring how scientific concepts can be expressed through creative mediums like songwriting.

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Summary:: I've written a song based on a lecture I attended re: the universe. I'm hoping to confirm facts re: Dark Matter, etc. discussed within the song.

I have a somewhat unusual request:

I have written a song based on a lecture I attended re: the universe. Before recording and releasing it, I'm hoping to confirm facts discussed within the song ( i.e., re: Dark Matter) and looking to edit the lyrics if there are inaccuracies. I realize some statements could work metaphorically; however, I'm interested to the degree that the text can be accurate beyond metaphor.

Please let me know your thoughts! TIA.
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A telescope is a time machine

The more powerful it is

The further back our gaze can reach

Far into the past

Light years away

In order to understand

Perhaps how this universe began

How it used to be
Perhaps before this universe began

What used to be?
If we filtered out the light (somehow)

All the matter beaming light (somehow)

What would be left behind?

I appreciate you,

dark matter inside, between us and far away

For helping us keep our shapes

For helping us form in space

For helping us be in space

Helping the elements of the universe

Keep shape

In space

Outer and inner space tooIf we filtered out the dark (somehow)

All the matter that is dark (somehow)

What would be left behind?

I appreciate you,

Matter inside, between us and far away

For mattering here in place.

Creating the elements of the universe in space.

Space.

Outer and inner space too
 
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I'm letting this go from moderation. Fair warning if this thread goes poorly it will be history. And I'm not sure what forum is a good fit. Any problems please report them.
 
I'm sorry if I've posted in an incorrect place. If so, if anyone has suggestions as to where I may find assistance re: this matter, please let me know. I realize this might not be everyone's cup of tea. The first paragraph is not my idea. Rather, I'm paraphrasing.
 
If Ed Sheeran can get away with 'push and pull like a magnet do' I'm sure your lyrics will do.
 
Thank you for your reply and apologies for not having replied earlier. I'm no William Blake but at the very least I want to confirm the information is factual, (alternate theories re: dark matter not withstanding).
 
It gets my cosmological seal of approval. It's good poetry too.
 
Thank you, Hornbein!
 

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