Too much power - Aton O’Cat 

Release information about “Too much power”

• Artist: Aton O’Cat

• Release date: June 10, 2022

• Genre: Rock with Symphonic Accent 

• Theme: Power addiction, leadership responsibility, loss of empathy 

• Music : Joseph J Nota 

• Lyrics: Joseph J Nota

• Mood: Serious, reflective, warning, authoritative 

• For fans of: Symphonic rock, message-driven rock, socially conscious songwriting

About “Too much power”

“Too Much Power” was written as a direct message to leaders in all positions of authority: political, corporate, social, or personal. Rather than attacking specific individuals, the song addresses a universal risk: power itself.

Aton O’Cat explores how power can slowly distance leaders from the people they serve. Once empathy fades, decisions become self-serving, arrogance replaces humility, and connection is lost. The symphonic elements in the arrangement underline the weight of responsibility that comes with leadership, giving the song a solemn and elevated character.

The track functions as both a warning and a reminder: leadership is temporary, responsibility is permanent.

Song meaning / interpretation “Too much power”

“Too Much Power” centers on the idea that power behaves like an addiction. The lyrics highlight:

• How power triggers dopamine-driven behavior

• The gradual loss of empathy and self-awareness

• The danger of isolation at the top

• The importance of knowing when to step aside

Lines like “Power can make you an addict” and “Too much power is not good, it creates a distance” explicitly frame power as something that must be managed, not enjoyed.

The song also offers guidance: lead with honor, stay connected, and leave before power starts to define identity.

Musical DNA “Too much power”

Musically, the song combines strength with reflection:

• Rock foundation providing firmness and authority

• Symphonic accents, adding gravity and scale

• Steady mid-tempo rhythm, reinforcing seriousness

• Clear vocal delivery, ensuring lyrical clarity

• Balanced arrangement, avoiding aggression in favor of persuasion

The music supports the message: strong, controlled, and disciplined; just like good leadership should be.

Full lyrics “Too much power”

Music and lyrics : Joseph J Nota ©

Most people want a guide that is what they need

Someone who stands beside who really can lead

Who knows what to decide when people have agreed

And doesn’t divide with words that mislead

Power can make you an addict

It’s caused by dopamine

It makes you less empathic

You no longer are as you once have been

So when you got the power please try to use it right

Don’t build an ivory tower it’ll cause anger to the slight

Do your work with honor as long as you are in spotlights

You’ll do everyone a favor and bring them all delight

Power can make you an addict

It’s caused by dopamine

It makes you less empathic

You no longer are as you once have been

Too much power is not good it creates a distance

You’ll forget where you once stood you’ll be full of arrogance

Your eyes seem covered by a hood I too would be out of balance

So please stay in the right mood that is of much importance

Power can make you an addict

It’s caused by dopamine

It makes you less empathic

You no longer are as you once have been

And please don’t stay too long just leave during your top

Go when you are strong and don’t become a flop

Otherwise it will go wrong you’ll need to be stopped

So obey this song don’t be a snob

Power can make you an addict

It’s caused by dopamine

It makes you less empathic

You no longer are as you once have been

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