The song "Exodus" by Howard Jones discusses the consequences of human greed and the potential need for humans to leave Earth and find a new home elsewhere in the universe. The lyrics suggest that humans have become too materialistic and have consumed Earth's resources at an unsustainable pace. The line "Well we've been much too greedy, wanting too much too fast" reflects this sentiment. The song acknowledges that our actions have led to the destruction of nature and the extinction of various species. The mention of sending back pictures from Saturn and Mars implies that humans have started exploring other planets in search of a new habitat. The lyrics speculate that these planets could potentially become our new home. However, the line "Our paradise we seem to have outgrown" suggests that we have lost the paradise that Earth once was, and now we must look to the stars for a solution. The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea of joining a line and putting down one's name, symbolizing the collective journey of humanity towards a new life. The "exodus plane" represents the means through which humans would leave Earth for this new destination. The song highlights the urgency of the situation, conveying that it may be too late to reverse the damage done to Earth. The line "Anyway it's too late for what might have been, kiss the earth goodbye and get out of here" suggests that we have reached a point of no return. Howard Jones also expresses hope that there may still be other intelligent life forms out there who have not made the same mistakes as humans. The line "If there's anybody out there, hope they haven't made the same mistakes" reflects this sentiment. Overall, "Exodus" serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of human greed and exploitation of the Earth's resources. It urges listeners to reflect on their actions and consider the potential need to find a new home beyond Earth.
