Sonic Attack

by Hawkwind

From the album: Space Ritual

Track 14 of 21 on Space Ritual (1973).

Duration: 02:53

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Lyrics for Sonic Attack

In case of Sonic Attack on your district, follow these rules... If you are making love, it is imperative to bring all bodies to orgasm simultaneously Do not waste time blocking your ears Do not waste time seeking a soundproof shelter Try to get as far away from the sonic source as possible, but do not panic... Use your wheels, it is what they are for Small babies may be placed inside the special cocoons, which should be left if possible, in a shelter Do not attempt to use your own limbs If no wheels are available, metal, not organic, limbs should be employed whenever practical... Remember, in the case of Sonic Attack, Survival does mean every man for himself Statistically more people survive if they think only of themselves Do not attempt to rescue friends, relatives, or loved ones. You have only a few seconds to escape Use those seconds sensibly or you will inevitably die Do not panic Think only of yourselves... These are the first signs of Sonic Attack: You will notice small objects, such as ornaments, oscillating. You will notice a vibration in your diaphragm You will hear a distant hissing in your ears You will feel dizzy You will feel the need to vomit There will be bleeding from orifices There will be an ache in the pelvic region You may be subject to fits of hysterical shouting, or even laughter These are all sign of imminent Sonic destruction Your only real protection is flight If you are less than ten years old, then remain in your shelter and use your cocoon But remember: You can help no-one else, No-one else, No-one else...

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  2. Born to Go
  3. Down Through the Night
  4. The Awakening
  5. Lord of Light
  6. The Black Corridor
  7. Space Is Deep
  8. Electronic No 1
  9. Orgone Accumulator
  10. Upside Down
  11. 10 Seconds of Forever
  12. Brainstorm
  13. Seven by Seven
  14. Sonic Attack
  15. Time We Left This World Today
  16. Master of the Universe
  17. Welcome to the Future
  18. You Shouldn't Do That - Live, 2007 Version
  19. Orgone Accumulator
  20. Time We Left This World Today
  21. You Shouldn't Do That