"EBBS & FLOWS: ELBOW ROOM" is an assertive track by South African lyricist, Landmarque. The track highlights the importance of effort and dedication in pursuit of one's goals, criticizing those who take the superficial route of showiness over substantial work. The recurring refrain, "Don't test, if you ain't putting work," encapsulates this message, signaling the necessity of hard work in achieving one's ambitions. The lyrics reflect a disdain for superficiality in the digital age, particularly with lines like "Getting too sloppy on the gram," and also shows a yearning for authenticity and manual labor, as evidenced by "Offgrid I wanna be a tech free trooper". The references to "blue ticks" and the "gram" further underline this. Landmarque’s desire for significant work extends to music, with lyrics like “Needing blood like Needles of acoustic fusion,” indicating the intrinsic connection between his life and his music. The track concludes on an encouraging note, advising listeners to 'connect to the source' and work diligently.