[Verse 1] When contracts face the unexpected storm Natural disasters breaking every norm Earthquakes and floods that no one could foresee Who bears the cost when performance can't be free The parties need protection from the unknown A safety net when circumstances have grown Beyond control and reasonable sight Force majeure steps into the light [Chorus] Force majeure, the greater force that breaks the chain Unforeseeable events that cause such pain Act of God, of war, or government decree Precise language sets the parties free Excuse provisions when performance fails Clear allocation when the storm prevails Write it tight, make it bright, leave no room for doubt That's what force majeure is all about [Verse 2] Technology contracts need specific care Define what events trigger the clause to bear Cyber attacks and system failures too Pandemic lockdowns changing what we do The burden shifts from "couldn't" to "would not" Distinguish between the cold and blazing hot Of choice versus circumstances beyond reach Let contract language be what we can teach [Chorus] Force majeure, the greater force that breaks the chain Unforeseeable events that cause such pain Act of God, of war, or government decree Precise language sets the parties free Excuse provisions when performance fails Clear allocation when the storm prevails Write it tight, make it bright, leave no room for doubt That's what force majeure is all about [Bridge] Notice requirements and mitigation steps Reasonable efforts before the clause accepts Time limits and alternative solutions Performance excused but not absolutions Partial excuse or complete release Document everything to keep the peace [Verse 3] Product leaders drafting terms of sale Must anticipate where systems might fail Supply chain disruptions, server downtime Draw the line between yours and mine Risk allocation through contractual design Protecting both sides with language so fine When the impossible becomes the case Force majeure gives breathing space [Chorus] Force majeure, the greater force that breaks the chain Unforeseeable events that cause such pain Act of God, of war, or government decree Precise language sets the parties free Excuse provisions when performance fails Clear allocation when the storm prevails Write it tight, make it bright, leave no room for doubt That's what force majeure is all about [Outro] When the unthinkable disrupts your code Force majeure lightens up the load Plan ahead for what you cannot see That's smart contracting strategy
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