The Human Touch
Embracing Life's Rhythm: The Quest for Connection in Joe Jackson's 'The Human Touch'
Lyrics
Some say the world is spinning faster
Some believe the world is changing rapidly.
Some say it isn't fast enough
Others think the world is not changing quickly enough.
Some people say they've got the answer
There are people who claim to have solutions.
And some are scared to say they can't keep up
Some are afraid to admit they can't keep up with the changes.
I read the paper but it still isn't clear
Despite reading the news, understanding remains elusive.
The bombs are falling but I'm still here
Despite conflicts and crises, the speaker endures.
I know all the figures and I know all the facts
The speaker is well-informed but feels limited in their impact.
But all I can do is keep trying...
Despite knowledge, the speaker persists in trying.
To look for the human touch
The speaker seeks the essential, emotional connection – the human touch.
Life is hard when you've got nothing
Life is challenging when one has nothing.
Life can be hard when you've got too much
Similarly, life can be tough with an excess of things.
Sometimes I wonder what's the difference
The speaker reflects on the distinction, finding solace in human connection.
It's only better with someone to touch
Life is improved when shared with someone.
I got the telephone stuck to my ear
The speaker is constantly connected via the telephone.
I keep yelling but you don't hear
Despite efforts, communication is ineffective.
In all the universe I'm just a speck of dust
In the vastness of the universe, the speaker feels insignificant.
But all I can do is keep trying...
Despite insignificance, the speaker persists in making an impact.
To give you the human touch
The speaker aims to provide the essential human touch.
You know we're nothing in the scheme of things
Reflecting on human existence, we are small components in a larger system.
Just microchips in big machines
Humans are like microchips in the machinery of the world.
And the world is spinning round and round
The world is in constant motion.
But I know that we can slow it down
Despite this, the speaker believes they can influence the pace.
And I know that I can make you see
The speaker is confident in their ability to make a difference.
I'm on the side of you and me
Expressing solidarity with others.
And all I want to do
The speaker's primary goal is to convey a message.
Listen to me...
A plea to be heard and understood.
Is give you...give you
Reiterating the desire to provide the human touch.
Give you the human touch
Emphasizing the intention to offer genuine human connection.
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