Queen Atlas -  Aton O’Cat

Release information about “Queen Atlas”

• Artist: Aton O’Cat

• Release date: September 24, 2021

• Genre: Alternative Rock / Pop Rock 

• Theme: Compassion, empathy, emotional strength, self-care 

• Lyrics & Music: Joseph J. Nota

• Mood: Warm, uplifting, sincere 

About “Queen Atlas”

“Queen Atlas” is a pop/rock tribute to a special lady who deeply cares about the suffering of others, both humans and animals.

The title refers to the mythological figure Atlas, who carried the world on his shoulders. In this song, “Queen Atlas” symbolizes someone who emotionally carries the burdens of others. She feels other people’s pain intensely and instinctively steps in to help, sometimes at the expense of her own wellbeing.

The song is both an ode and a gentle warning: compassion is beautiful, but no one can carry the world alone.

Song meaning / interpretation “Queen Atlas”

“Queen Atlas” explores the strength and vulnerability of empathy. The lyrics describe someone who:

• Doubles others’ pain by feeling it deeply

• Is especially sensitive to animal suffering

• Feels responsible whenever something is wrong

• Has an unstoppable urge to help

The repeated line “You can’t carry the weight of the world on your shoulders alone honey” forms the emotional core of the song. It acknowledges admiration while encouraging balance.

The song ultimately sends a universal message: caring for others is noble, but self-care is equally necessary.

Musical DNA “Queen Atlas”

Musically, the track reinforces warmth and admiration:

• Mid-tempo pop-rock groove, steady and uplifting

• Repetitive chorus, creating emotional emphasis

• Melodic vocal phrasing, highlighting sincerity

• Simple, direct structure, supporting the message

• Positive harmonic progression, balancing seriousness with hope

The arrangement avoids heaviness, keeping the focus on appreciation rather than drama.

Full lyrics “Queen Atlas”

(Lyrics and Music  -  © Joseph J Nota)

Queen Atlas you are lovely

Queen Atlas you are such a good person

Queen Atlas you’re like holy

Don’t let yourself be overrun

When you see someone’s troubles

You have it too so the pain doubles

When you hear about animal misery

You turn into a lovely fairy

You can’t carry the weight

Of the world on your shoulders alone honey

So don’t be afraid

To leave some things undone honey

Queen Atlas you are lovely

Queen Atlas you are such a good person

Queen Atlas you’re like holy

Don’t let yourself be overrun

When you know about someone’s pain

The thing you did will detain

When you feel an animal is suffering

You can’t finish your own thing

You can’t carry the weight

Of the world on your shoulders alone honey

So don’t be afraid

To leave some things

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