Silent Robes (Appeal to Authority)

The appeal to authority fallacy occurs when an argument is deemed true solely because it’s endorsed by an authority figure, whether or not they have relevant expertise. This can range from citing celebrities on scientific matters to trusting advice from experts outside their field, e.g.: “Trust me, I’m a lawyer,” for financial advice. ‘Silent Robes (Appeal to Authority)’ conveys the concept with symphonic arrangements and dramatic transitions, representing the awe and trust placed in authority figures while questioning whether their opinion truly holds logical weight. The lyrics evoke marble halls and gilded names, guiding the audience into reflecting on what actually constitutes knowledge and credibility.

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Silent robes walk these marble halls
Eyes lifted to gilded frames on walls
Citations spoken—names carved in gold
Truth traded for the tales they’ve told
Their words fly above the gathered crowd
No challenge, just the echo loud
Banners unfurled by glittering hands
Authority spoken—logic unmanned
Ancient seals pressed on every thought
Reason shackled, the lesson bought
Questions silenced with a sacred name
The answer never quite the same
Believe—because they said so.