Past, Present, Future
How Mindfulness and Resilience Shape the Journey Toward Personal Transformation
The final track of the album, Past, Present, and Future, serves as a powerful culmination of the themes explored throughout the project. The song’s dynamic, Broadway-style composition mixes fast-paced jazz, classical, and musical theatre elements, reflecting the urgency and energy of the life-altering journey the album has traced. Drawing on the wisdom of figures like Brené Brown, Annie Duke, and Chloe Ting, this track advocates for an integrated approach to life—learning from the past, embracing the present, and preparing for the future.
The lyrics guide the listener through a delicate balance of reflection and anticipation. The first verse deals with the inevitable pull of the past, acknowledging how memories shape us but reminding us not to become enslaved by them. The line “What once was shining may now decay, The past, a dream we can’t betray” serves as a poignant reminder that while the past is integral, it is not meant to define us. This aligns with encouragement to understand and learn from past struggles while not allowing them to impede future growth.
The refrain, with its reminder to “stand in the moment, let your vision grow,” acts as a call to mindfulness. In a world where can too quickly embrace aggressive self-discipline and focus, the song challenges the listener to slow down and reflect. It suggests that true growth happens not just through action, but in the quiet presence of the present moment—an idea deeply rooted in meditation and mindfulness, which has become increasingly popular in modern self-improvement circles.
The second verse shifts to an exploration of the present, highlighting how easily we can get caught up in worries and distractions. “What feels like burdens may just be small” speaks to the common tendency to over-inflate our present challenges, a reminder that much of what we fear can be minimised with perspective. This resonates with the notion of resilience, which emphasises overcoming mental blocks and not allowing the pressures of today to hinder personal progress.
Finally, the third verse turns its attention to the future, acknowledging the uncertainties and fears that come with planning ahead. The line “The future holds more than we invite” encourages listeners to trust in possibility rather than fear it, embracing uncertainty as an opportunity for growth. A pure focus on self-empowerment, this conclusion champions the idea that the future is a canvas, ready to be shaped by the choices we make today. Past, Present, and Future is not just an ending, but a reminder of the continuous cycle of self-improvement, growth, and reinvention that defines the journey.
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Lyrics
In muted shades, the memories fade,
Yet shadows linger in the glade.
We chase the brightness of days gone by,
But truth reveals a different sky.
What once was shining may now decay,
The past, a dream we can’t betray.
Stand in the moment, let your vision grow,
Your future is bright, more than we can know.
In everyday light, the moments blur,
Yet worries cloud what’s truly there.
We dwell on shadows, the doubts that cling,
But hope can rise with the joy we bring.
What feels like burdens may just be small,
The present holds more than we recall.
Stand in the moment, let your vision grow,
Your future is bright, more than we can know.
In distant skies, the dreams take shape,
Yet fears can twist what we create.
We ponder worries that cloud the day,
But possibility can light the way.
What seems uncertain may soon take flight,
The future holds more than we invite.
Stand in the moment, let your vision grow,
Your future is bright, more than we can know.
Summary
Past, Present, and Future draws together the central themes of the album, using a high-energy blend of jazz, classical, and musical theatre influences to create an unapologetic call for self-awareness. The lyrics encourage listeners to learn from the past, live in the moment, and confidently step into the future. This song, along with the entire album, will be released on December 12, 2024, offering a transformative musical journey that captures the essence of bro philosophy and self-improvement.