The depth of the rumble was paralytic Causing a tremor to arise Strong enough to vibrate the very core, Of the art buried within, When will it end? Will the world stop? Like a controlled explosion The eruption is brief! Yet the lingering devastation brings grief! These noxious fumes they strangle And they choke Living next to a volcano Is never a joke So the next time you feel the house shutter Open the doors and run for cover