Lyric discussion by fox-orian 

Cover art for Tourist lyrics by Julian Casablancas

"In this hand, a thousand generations"

This single lyric is probably the most important in the entire album. With these few words it says that with your own hands, there is an immense amount of potential and possibility. To create, to destroy --- it's up to you. But know the choices you make today bear the responsibility of countless generations into the future.

"This hand has the potential to mold our future. Think wisely about how you decide to use it."

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