Dedicated to my dear friend Lisa.

My sincere thanks to David Dunham for his generosity in mastering my track. @david-dunhamuser589535203

Lisa

Human/AI collab. Soundtrack linked to this project: https://github.com/albertjanvanhoek/Evolution-by-Emergence

Intro:
In this vast network of life, every node is intertwined—
We’re bound together by simple rules that keep our futures aligned.
When we act with kindness, trust, and care, our bonds grow ever strong;
These rules, though simple, light the way, and guide us all along.
Verse 1 (Default Cooperation Rule):
I choose to start with open hearts, a simple truth to share,
When we meet, I’ll always cooperate—assume goodwill is there.
No pretense of malice, just a promise in my tone,
That every new encounter begins with kindness fully shown.
Verse 2 (Observation and Memory Rule):
I watch the actions of my peers, their deeds I’ll not forget;
A memory of every smile—or every slight that’s met.
For every gesture speaks a truth, a story that unfolds,
So I record the patterns of their hearts, in whispers and in gold.
Verse 3 (Conditional Punishment Rule):
Should someone stray and break the bond, I won’t let it slide;
I’ll signal with a firm response, so trust is not denied.
A measured, gentle punishment—just enough to set it right,
A lesson learned in every round, a beacon in the night.
Verse 4 (Forgiveness (Reset) Rule):
But if the wronged one then returns, with care to make amends,
I open up my heart again, and let the hurt suspend.
Forgiveness is our healing song, a chance to start anew,
A soft reset that mends our ties and makes our bonds more true.
Verse 5 (Threshold Tolerance Rule):
Not every slip calls for a storm, some faults are small and brief;
I hold a gentle tolerance, to ease the hurt and grief.
Only when the missteps stack, and pain becomes a chain,
Do I withdraw my trust for long, to shield my heart from strain.
Verse 6 (Local Information Update Rule):
I learn from every day’s exchange, adjust the trust I keep;
My view of you is ever shifting, as memories run deep.
With each new act, I update well, my heart a living guide,
So I respond with wisdom earned, not hardened by my pride.
Verse 7 (Resource and Environmental Awareness Rule):
For we all share this common ground, the very air we breathe—
Our actions shape the world around us, in every small bequeath.
I know that when we harm our world, we hurt the bonds we share;
So I act with care and mindful love, for nature and for air.
Chorus:
In this web of life, these rules hold us together,
They mend our broken bonds and make our futures better.
Cooperate, forgive, and learn from all we do—
The strength of every heart depends on caring, pure and true.
Outro:
So here we stand, connected souls, with rules that light our way;
In every act of empathy, our network finds its day.
Though struggles may come, and conflicts try to tear apart,
Our simple truths and gentle hearts will keep us whole, right from the start.

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Into The Deep

"PSICOPOMPO" è una canzone che esplora il tema della memoria, del passato e della transitorietà dell'esistenza. Attraverso immagini poetiche e simboliche, l'artista descrive un viaggio interiore in cui un'entità misteriosa, il "psicopompo", guida l'ascoltatore attraverso un labirinto di ricordi e riflessioni. La metafora del fiume della memoria rappresenta il flusso inarrestabile del tempo, che porta con sé segreti e misteri, mentre il protagonista cerca di fare pace con il proprio passato e di trovare la propria strada. La canzone invita a riflettere sulla natura effimera della vita e sull'idea che, alla fine, ogni esperienza e ogni errore possano condurre a una nuova forma di esistenza, oltre il velo dell'oblio. Con un tono contemplativo e vivace, "PSICOPOMPO" ci spinge a considerare il nostro posto nel grande schema dell'universo e il significato delle nostre memorie.

PSICOPOMPO

In un sogno, o realtà, non so!
ho visto una forma che si dissolveva nel nulla.
come una goccia d'acqua che cade.
nel fiume della memoria

Un uomo con un viso indefinito mi ha mostrato la strada
che conduce al luogo dove le anime si incontrano

Oh, psicopompo che sarà di me?
oh,  psicopompo che sarà del passato?
Il fiume della memoria che scorre dentro di me
porta con sé i segreti scorsi e i misteri di quello che verrà. 

Una divinità gentile mi ha parlato di un tempo
dove il tempo non esisteva e la fine era solo un'amnesìa

In questo labirinto di specchi dove ogni riflesso è una menzogna
cerco di trovare la mia strada, lasciando indietro i sbagli e la vergogna. 

Oh, psicopompo che sarà di me??
oh, psicopompo che sarà del passato ? 
Il fiume della memoria che scorre dentro di me
porta con sé i segreti scorsi e tutto quello che sarà 

E quando il fiume della memoria si getterà nel mare dell'oblio
io sarò già altrove in un'altra forma, in un altro tempo un altro io
dove la memoria non esisterà più

Oh, psicopompo che sarà di me?
oh, psicopompo che sarà del passato?
Il fiume della memoria che scorre dentro di me
porta con sé i segreti scorsi e i misteri di quello che verrà.

Psicopompo

Janela

Rhythm Pulse

An orchestral cry of rebellion, a fierce uprising against despair. 
But the strength is fleeting— and the music collapses back into itself, like a wave that rose too high, only to break in silence.

Pandemic Suite – 10. Rebellion

stay here with me7.1.25

My Transistor Heart

Experience a journey through the heart of the 1950s. This collection of songs chronicles the dizzying excitement and vulnerable moments of a first romance. 

Be My Steady

“Chasing Life’s Dreams” is a foot-tapping bluegrass journey down the backroads of hope and heart. With mandolin, banjo, and fiddle driving the rhythm, this song celebrates the joy of chasing what matters most — even when the road gets dusty and the map fades with time.

It’s a story about the miles behind us, the faith ahead, and the music that keeps our spirits rolling.  Whether you’re driving home at sunset or dancing on the porch, this tune reminds us that every detour can still lead to something beautiful.

Chasing Life's Dreams

This is a collection of my ideas articulated by AI. Workflow: all music by Riffusion. Most lyrics ChatGPT 3o.

### License
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• Copy & distribute  
• Remix & adapt  
• Use the track in commercial and non-commercial projects  

📋 Conditions of use:
1. Give proper credit:  
   “Song Title – Emergence – https://soundcloud.com/emergence-223803727/<relevent link> – CC BY 4.0”
2. Add a link to the license text: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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4. Do not imply that I endorse your work.

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The Rules That Bind Us [free download]

Emergence 🐠