Jack's Cheese and Bread Snack
Ott Lyrics


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One: all composite phenomena are impermanent.
Two: all contaminated things and events are unsatisfactory.
Three: all phenomena are empty and selfless.
And four: Nirvana is true peace.




Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ott's song "Jack's Cheese and Bread Snack" contain a profound message that is inspired by the Buddhist philosophy. The four statements mentioned in the lyrics summarize the Four Noble Truths, which are the fundamental principles of Buddhism. The first statement, "all composite phenomena are impermanent," emphasizes the idea that all things in life are transient and constantly changing, and this is a source of suffering. The second statement, "all contaminated things and events are unsatisfactory," suggests that we experience dissatisfaction because we cling to things and experiences that are ultimately unsatisfactory. The third statement, "all phenomena are empty and selfless," states that things and events in the world do not have inherent existence or self-nature, but instead are dependent on other factors. Finally, the fourth statement, "Nirvana is true peace," presents Nirvana (enlightenment) as a state of ultimate peace and liberation from all suffering.


The song conveys a holistic perspective on life and the challenges that one may face along the way. By recognizing the impermanence and emptiness of all things and events, we can slowly detach ourselves from the suffering that comes with attachment and clinging. As we let go of our desires and expectations, we open ourselves up to a state of true peace and contentment.


Line by Line Meaning

One: all composite phenomena are impermanent.
The first verse implies that everything that is composed of parts eventually wears out or changes over time.


Two: all contaminated things and events are unsatisfactory.
The second verse expresses the idea that anything that is tainted by negative associations or feelings will ultimately lead to dissatisfaction.


Three: all phenomena are empty and selfless.
The third verse suggests that everything is void of inherent nature or essence, and that everything is interconnected and dependent on each other.


And four: Nirvana is true peace.
The final verse declares that true peace and happiness can only be obtained through the release from the cycle of suffering and attainment of enlightenment.




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@JaysonSunshine

The song begins with the sounds of the world: people talking, instruments clanging, mechanical devices, a car starting, walking in stones. The first image shows excess and wants and craving.

The sounds of the world begin to diminish; elements of carnatic music are ascendant: the drone of the tanpura and the vocal gamak, for example.

The sounds of the world have largely gone extinct; a calm human voice states the Four Dharma Seals.

The image of the Buddha appears. The song takes on a full psychill texture simulating movement of the mind through mental space, now detached from the physical world.

The physical manifestation of these mental states might be the swirling and twirling of esoteric spiritual dance practices that don't 'fit' the typical meaning humans navigate in society.

The middle section of the song finishes with a restatement of the Four Dharma Seals. The image of the Buddha changes and they're no longer holding the various tools that are useful to achieve mindfulness. The Buddha sits in Lotus position, peacefully, as the music shifts into an abstract spacemusic. There's no longer a sense of swirling and twirling, but of an expanding consciousness throughout the universe.



@accadia1983

One: all composite phenomena are impermanent.
Two: all contaminated things and events are unsatisfactory.
Three: all phenomena are empty and selfless
Four: Nirvana is true peace.

May all sentient beings ..
.. be free from hatred, greed, and delusion
.. and live with easy, joy and peace

<3



All comments from YouTube:

@missykaiyay

When he makes you wait a good 4-5 minutes for what you want and its SO AMAZING 💧

@silviomanuel2972

you are waiting we are listening get a feeling fool :)
or bich

@stoffeboyei

One: all composite phenomena are imperminent. Two: all contaminated things and events are unsatisfactory. Three: all phenomena are empty and selfless. And four: Nirvana is true peace.

@Plutodeli

this man is the pinnacle of music...

@pyrrhospizza5938

I agree, I don't think anyone else does it better. This song is a perfect demonstration of Ott's genius too. One of my favorite songs on the planet.

@MrAnakindra

I know, it is ilusional to arque about tastes, but I find "The Queen of All Everything" the best :) I coul wake up to it, drink my first coffee to it, eat to it, go to work and work to it, drive home to it, sleep with me girl to it, and than again go to sleep to it.. and every day.. again and again.. :) yeah, Ott is one of a kind :)

@Plutodeli

there you go, came back after a year just to say exactly the same.

@veg69gektor

he and CBL (their photosynthesis - it's something incredible ) !!

@Alecwigi

@@veg69gektor Hell yeah, love CBL. Supersede, Interloper and Photosynthesis are my favorites

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@bluntrapture

We are all randomly born, helplessly alive, and doomed to die.
So relax.

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