Anyone notice how there’s 12 songs on the album while the album talks about living out a year, meaning 12 songs could be 12 months. And this song (7th track) says that it’s nearly august, as in this being the month of July.
it literally is for me and it is my first time digging the artist's music. I'm planning to discover the whole album instead. This song is so good and approve to my taste that it gives me goosebumps. :)))
This song has made me realise the importance of self-assurance and perseverance in the wake of whatever is/has happened in our lives. To whoever reads this, you're still on track. We are all on our own tracks.
I feel like he was so nervous and unsure about this album, but he shouldn't have been. It's really amazing, another timeless and completely unique sounding record, I can't express how happy I am to hear this. Currents was/is such an incredible album (as are the others), and I can't imagine the pressure of trying to make music again after making that masterpiece. This sounds great Kevin, thank you for giving us another 10/10. You're one of a kind, and amazing, I can't wait to see you in concert again.
Just Cade I feel as though he’s always been like that, a good artist is often highly critical of their own work and will not accept a product that they don’t deem acceptable, but he defiantly seemed rather confident in his recent interviews
@@TheFilmsKaper im falling asleep to this shit too, where was thar real exciting cutting edge stuff from lonerism, i was hoping currents would be the end of his synth interest. but nope.
@@thedreamcapture2681 Kevin expressed pretty clearly in is lyrics and in interviews, that pop music always heavily influenced him and this kind of music was more of what he wanted to do. I'm pretty sure at this point he's at peace with the tought that many of is long time fans are kind of disapointed he changed is style. Personnaly i've been following since innerspeaker and yeah Lonerism is his masterpiece but I enjoy a lot this new style too.
"On Track" I close my front door and turn on the light I let out a breath and hold in a sigh Ain't nothin' new, ain't that much inside And if I'm counting days, dream fruition ain't what it's looking like But strictly speaking, I'm still on track Strictly speaking, I'm holding on One other minor setback But strictly speaking, I'm still on track And all of my dreams are still in sight Strictly speaking, I've got my whole life I lost a wheel a while back But strictly speaking, I'm still on track Trouble keeps falling in my lap Strung out again, but still on track I know it's unrealistic, over-optimistic I know I tried before this, I know it's nearly August I know I can't ignore this, looking forward to all this Sayin', "Babe, I just adore this" (and) "Babe, can we afford this?" I know it's been a slow year, nothin' much to show here I didn't really go for it, so not a lot to show for it The hardest part is over, adjusting makes it slower So glad you're coming over, I want to bring us closer The world ain't waitin' for ya', nothin' to lose it over We're just a [?] over, the rest comes easy The rest comes easy ('Cause life's like that) But strictly speaking, I'm still on track Strictly speaking, I'm holding back Troubles keep falling in my lap, yeah But strictly speaking, I'm still on track So tell everyone I'll be alright 'Cause, strictly speaking, I've got my whole life One other major setback But strictly speaking, I'm still on track, yeah The hardest part is over, adjusting makes it slower So glad you're coming over, I want to bring us closer The world ain't waitin' for ya', nothin' to lose it over I just kept getting older, the rest gets easy The rest gets easy
Completely sobbed today on my way home from work listening to this song. I’m about to be 25 still working on my degree. I take breaks here and there for the needs of my family. Placing myself last to make sure my son’s wellbeing is priority while also helping my husband advance his career. We move all the time which In then means moving institutions to make sure my degree is valid in whatever state we are in at that time. This song spoke to me as I drove home from work. Going to college while working part-time and being a full time mom and wife is HARD. Glad I have Kevin to speak to my soul and remind me I’m still on track and life is life. It will hinder my progress but I’ll get there eventually. Getting zooted on the weekends when I’m off and my kid is in bed also helps tremendously. I hope everyone else in these comments finds comfort and reassurance in this song like I did.
Hello, I really hope you see this. I read your reply to this video about a week ago, but I could not think of what to say because you left me speechless. First of all, Kevin has always wrote songs that have spoke to my soul, but this one is one that I relate to on such a deep level. I am a 23 (almost 24) year old mom of a 3 yo daughter, I have a husband, and I am in school working on my degree. I do not move much anymore, but I did a bunch when I was younger. Reading your comment really hit me hard. Honestly, I cried so hard knowing there is someone out there that can relate so much to me. Lastly, let's please get zooted together, listen to tame impala while the kids sleep lol!
When Kevin Parker said : "I know it's been a slow year, nothing much to show here. I didn't really go for it, so not a lot to show for it" I felt that :'(
I’ve listened to this song so many times, but i just listened to it right now and i couldn’t stop crying. Man this year especially i’ve been so lost and feel so out of place, i loss grip of what my dreams are and feel like i’m not on track to be successful in anything. I really feel like this song can relate to this year, it reminded me that i’m still on track and everything will be okay and to keep going. I am still on track. When I listen to tame i feel like his music relates to my mind on a deep level, no other artist makes me feel this at peace with life than tame impala. I don’t know how to put it into words but i’m really grateful Kevin Parker exists and provides music that makes me feel want to live, this year especially he has helped me through so much.
Jeni, you've never gotten off track. You still wake up every single day, knowing how rough your year has been , but you've maintained and kept going. Seems like your a super star to me. God bless and don't stop, my friend.
Right there with you. Everything is going to be just fine. Everything is going to work out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, just means it's not the end yet.
@Sheila Koala what the hell man, its Kevin's music. As he said in an interview, he isn't expecting to all his older fans like every single album after the first one. He even quoted Marilyn Manson "I don't make new albums for my fans. I make them for a new audience" So, if you enjoy Tame Impala's older songs, then listen to them, enjoy it, but don't say such things about Kevin. So yeah, if you like Tame Impala, respct them.
@@lexis_ if this person isn't joking, just gotta ignore them man. There will be always somebody putting down someone's work. I'd like too see them try to make music themselves and see what people tell them.
Maybe this song is July because is the 7th of this album and it says "I know it's nearly august". Maybe the whole album is a whole year... Talking with somebody we realized that's make a lot of sense because the second (february is the 2nd month) song (Instant Destiny) makes a reference to Sophie Lawrence who married Kevin on that month and. Sorry if my ideas aren't organized but I'm so excited for this album and it makes me cry because it's magical. Thanks for everything💖
4 years now and im absolutely floored a how good this album has aged, Kev is absolutely one of the best artists of our time lol, hearing this song at your lowest gives you a glimmer of hope, hearing it at your highest is like the biggest win of your life. Beautiful song fr
This song speaks to me on a level of euphoria. Telling me don't worry, you are strictly still on track. You did not fail. Just had a minor setback, for a major comeback.
This song reminds me of my dad. He was an alcoholic for his whole life until the last 2 years. He was hospitalized and he decided from then on he was gonna be clean for his kids. For 2 years we struggled with money as he was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and slowly lost his strength and ability to walk. Never again did he drink. Eventually he was hospitalized for the flu and the damage he had done to his liver from drinking ended up causing him to pass away. I miss him very much but this song makes me feel closer to him. Thank you Kevin. RIP Shawn Burnett 1976-2015
I’m reading these lyrics and I’m in shock, you really can take something and apply it to yourself and I forget that sometimes, I’m so thankful for this album.
Sogeking God of snipers It’s the feeling of coming home everyday, everything is the same, but you still got dreams and you have to take a step more towards them everyday
'The Slow Rush' - this superior album doesn't rush in, it will grow on you.. So true that Kevin Parker is carrying the worlds music industry, humbly, gracefully, gratefully
Because Grammys are in no way reflective of good music, just what a few American critics want to be associated with, or more likely what the records labels have paid to get awards for.
This song makes me wanna cry so much, it’s like leaving a life behind, like it all burned down and all that’s left is the ashes of what once was, but finally coming to terms with it and moving on.
Hi, I'm a 29-year-old girl with rheumatoid arthritis diagnosed 2 years ago, but I'm a dentist (bad combination) and just this year they gave me my position as secretary of health, it was a dream for me to get my place there, but with this disease it seems that 'dreams are not what they seem', and despite the fact that my hands continue to deteriorate, I keep going, with a hope ... and this song gives it to me, and I think that when the music projects that ... (a hope) it is perfect. Thank you for this tame impala song, it is my anthem to keep going despite the damaged wheels.
New to this artist. Friends and I are listening through the album now. This is stupidly personal, but having a song that speaks to scraping by means a lot. It's demeaning having to make excuses when goals always seem to escape you. It's suitable then that the chorus feigns optimism, where anyone who's run through similar speeches recognizes how unhealthy they are for your long-term success. Thanks for the comfort knowing that these situations are immortalized in lyrics.
I think we are supposed to feel these ethereal feelings around us in normal life. Maybe, these tunes can bring us to a better balance? Sounds right to me....but keep listening, You know it sounds better the next time around.
Worked for me. After listening half dozen times during these last 6 hours. I must admit THIS and "Tomorrow's Dust" are top songs of this album. Singles are whole another story. "Strictly speaking, I'm still on track (crack)". (:
Woah that’s deep. I’m gonna be an individual! I’m so tired of being a collective group of people and existing in a collective group of people. I just wanna be different because that’s what this post has inspired me to do. Could you give me some advice on how I can actually be an individual please?
After weeks of trying to be optimistic about the pandemic, I finally had my emotional breakdown today while listening to this song.. More than one major setback but strictly speaking we're still on track. Stay safe everyone
I’ll definitely have my arms up at the show in July acting like I’m at a Christian rock concert but there will definitely be a few moments during this song where I do some spins and a little jive.
It's 1:30 am, in 7 days my first and only college semester will be over and I'll be on my way to pursue what I love. And hopefully be on track. This song makes the shot in the dark a little brighter and that leap of faith a little more hopeful.
I'd like to say I'm on track. I'm on my way towards being a firefighter, with a child on the way. I've also been training hard at my MMA gym, which is my passion. We'll see where things take me
Lyrics: I close my front door And turn on the light I let out a breath And hold in a sigh Ain't nothing new Ain't that much in sight And if I'm counting days Dream fruition ain't What it's lookin' like. But strictly speaking I'm still on track Strictly speaking I'm holding on More than a minor setback But strictly speaking I'm still on track And all of my dreams are still in sight Cos strictly speaking I've got my whole life I lost a wheel a while back But strictly speaking I'm still on track Challenges falling in my lap Strung out again but still on track I know it's unrealistic Over-optimistic I know I tried before this I know it's nearly August I know I can't ignore this I'm looking forward to all this Saying "babe I just adore this" And "babe can we afford this?" I know it's been a slow year Nothing much to show here I didn't really go for it So not a lot to show for it The hardest part is over Adjusting makes it slower So glad you're coming over A wall to bring us closer The world ain't rooting for ya Nothing to lose it over We're just a little older The rest comes easy But strictly speaking I'm still on track Strictly speaking I'm holding back Struggles keep falling in my lap Yeah, but strictly speaking I'm still on track So tell everyone I'll be alright Cos strictly speaking I've got my whole life More than one major setback But strictly speaking I'm still on track The hardest part is over Adjusting makes it slower So glad you're coming over A wall to bring us closer The world ain't rooting for ya Nothing to lose it over We're just a little older The rest comes easy
I love that this comment section is filled with so many people who are so emotional over this song and all of Kevin’s music. I get the most passionate waves of emotions flooding over me every time I listen to his music because his lyrics are literally stories of my life, the instrumentals fit them so beautifully, and I’ve never resonated more with any artist.. But most people don’t get that passionate and emotional about music so I love seeing other people who do.
I stopped living after my grandma died. Once I was able to remember how to be again, this was the first song that randomly played on my shuffle. No words to fully capture my gratitude.
The Slow Rush is a masterpiece, the lyrics hit me on a very personal level. It almost feels like my soul is being healed as I listen to these songs over and over...
this song means a lot to me. it's the perfect song to go with my journey of overcoming depression and other mental health issues. I will play this song when i finally move out of my toxic home and have my own safe environment. Once again, Kevin Parker has convinced me to get a tattoo of a song on his album (the first was Let it Happen)
I keep visioning myself walking into a festival with rides and colourful lights with this song playing live from a distance. Specifically the second chorus. I hope when I die I can live this moment
This song makes me so emotional, it makes me wanna live, I feel like after all the bad shit that I've been through I still have my whole life, I'm still on track and I'll be happy, I'm happy. Thanks for this masterpiece album like always, forever grateful♥
Best song on the album for me personally. Just absolute 10/10 songwriting, and that chorus towards the end with all the layers of synths, the panning between speakers...fucking magical.
Oh my gosh! I’m so freaking stoked!!! I was honestly feeling down because of a relationship that recently ended (so close to valentine’s too) but seeing this reminded me that the slow rush also comes out on Valentine’s Day. My mood has improved by like 110%!
this song made me feel alright in a way i haven't for a long time. i cried while painting at 3:00 am because it really convinced me that things were going to be okay and that I was okay. I looked myself in the eyes and promised myself and understood that i was doing my true absolute best and i just broke down there over my silly little painting cause i finally felt okay. this song made me able to push myself as hard as i can and press on every day since then. I am doing my best in a way that I was too scared to do before that night when i heard this song. I'm doing good, great, better than i have ever been in the past 5+ years. I'm still on track :))) and i know it in my heart.
This song is the song we needed to face the Coronavirus. We have to stay strong and believe that “strictly speaking we’re still on track” and “the hardest part is over”
I had a minor setback but it was a shitty feeling, a feeling I dont wish upon anyone. Listening to this made me cry because I was inna dark place & now im doing a lot better. This is the type of tune you hear when you've finally reached the light at the end of the tunnel. "But strictly speaking, im still on track" ✨
Cassie Marie I’ve been in your shoes. I’ve been in a very very very dark place. Music has helped me tremendously get back on track with my life. I’ve never planned to live this long. My life isn’t perfect but I feel way better than I was a year ago. Times heals.
My mom passed away exactly one week ago today. She had been diagnosed with cancer back in August but the cancer didn’t end up taking her… Ever since the very first day she was diagnosed I felt my life completely flip upside down and derail - I knew I was more off track than I had ever been in my life right then from that very moment. Now, after her abrupt passing, in a weird way, I’ve quickly accepted and know that the many challenges and troubles that will fall in my lap will help get me on track with my life. Even after experiencing a tragic loss like this I know that I’m “STILL ON TRACK, MOTHERFUCKER!” I also coincidentally got ‘ON TRACK’ tattooed on me last month as well. It will always help serve as a reminder.
I cry everytime i hear this song ! Its like universe wrappin its arms around me tellin everythings ok ! I blast this in the car riding in the sunset n the tears jus flow
This song.... No, this album hit close to home especially "It might be time" Got me fucking tearing up how much shit I put myself through in 10 years.. I'm still on track and still holding on because I lost my way some years back and now, I found myself again.
This album, and specifically this song, is one of the only things holding me together right now. In such a dark place, I just want to feel better again 😞
Every time I feel discouraged about something I just remember this song or listen to it I feel better knowing that I'm still headed in broadly the right direction
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Ight, imma vibe with this
YASS
Anyone notice how there’s 12 songs on the album while the album talks about living out a year, meaning 12 songs could be 12 months. And this song (7th track) says that it’s nearly august, as in this being the month of July.
Stephen Garr damn, never thought about it like that 👀
yes, and when you buy the cd, the booklet is a calendar and each of the songs is a month. pretty cool sense of time on the album
Which is why it begins off with One More Year, but end with One More Hour
So May is Breathe Deeper😊 (May is my birthday month and Breathe Deeper was my favorite before hearing Instant Destiny)
Stephen Garr maybe the sand could represent the sands of time?
The "Yes I'm Changing" of this album.
haha yes!
or Eventually!
@@niad.7245 exactly
Yea kinda
justo eso pensé
words cant explain how much this entire album means to me.
:) :D :o :) :) :)
Same, I feel so connected to him and his music.
I agree.
Same lol
Thai Albums above average at best lmfao
This is the one track that gives me the most goosebumps
Def the best on the album
Ye
3 minute mark
it literally is for me and it is my first time digging the artist's music. I'm planning to discover the whole album instead. This song is so good and approve to my taste that it gives me goosebumps. :)))
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This song has made me realise the importance of self-assurance and perseverance in the wake of whatever is/has happened in our lives. To whoever reads this, you're still on track. We are all on our own tracks.
Beautifully said bro!👏🏽🤙🏽💜💯✨️🔥
Bumping this guy's comment because it's perfect
Well said my friend
@@blahzayy woah a whole new insight wow thank you God bless you 💯
Strictly Speaking, Imma have this on repeat
hey you yeah you, you have a cool profile picture
@@ifyoungmetrodonttrustyou1798 Ayeeeeee brother :D
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😂😂😂😂 same
@@ifyoungmetrodonttrustyou1798 your profile pic is also really cool
What a pleasant night to be awake
Samee
not the same night but yeah
I was the 420 th like 😂😂
Agreed
i never thought i could feel this type of emotion come over me
ayo fr cuh
I love ur username
the song stabbed my soul
Is this frank? Lolol
Why does he seems to have a song that seems specifically designed for every state of mind/situation I've ever been in?
My first time listening to this song. Will cherish this moment
Congrats
I'm blown away by the live version beautiful song
you'll never have another first time :/
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@@cameronohlin511 still one of my favourite songs till this day!
I feel like he was so nervous and unsure about this album, but he shouldn't have been. It's really amazing, another timeless and completely unique sounding record, I can't express how happy I am to hear this. Currents was/is such an incredible album (as are the others), and I can't imagine the pressure of trying to make music again after making that masterpiece. This sounds great Kevin, thank you for giving us another 10/10. You're one of a kind, and amazing, I can't wait to see you in concert again.
Just Cade I feel as though he’s always been like that, a good artist is often highly critical of their own work and will not accept a product that they don’t deem acceptable, but he defiantly seemed rather confident in his recent interviews
nah its boring af, bland, unidirectional, way too overproduced for my taste, kevin has lost his edge
@@laytonn1160 didnt know his review was out, but still, i still wanted something like lonerism, and this is just an even more washed out currents
@@TheFilmsKaper im falling asleep to this shit too, where was thar real exciting cutting edge stuff from lonerism, i was hoping currents would be the end of his synth interest. but nope.
@@thedreamcapture2681 Kevin expressed pretty clearly in is lyrics and in interviews, that pop music always heavily influenced him and this kind of music was more of what he wanted to do. I'm pretty sure at this point he's at peace with the tought that many of is long time fans are kind of disapointed he changed is style. Personnaly i've been following since innerspeaker and yeah Lonerism is his masterpiece but I enjoy a lot this new style too.
"On Track"
I close my front door and turn on the light
I let out a breath and hold in a sigh
Ain't nothin' new, ain't that much inside
And if I'm counting days, dream fruition ain't what it's looking like
But strictly speaking, I'm still on track
Strictly speaking, I'm holding on
One other minor setback
But strictly speaking, I'm still on track
And all of my dreams are still in sight
Strictly speaking, I've got my whole life
I lost a wheel a while back
But strictly speaking, I'm still on track
Trouble keeps falling in my lap
Strung out again, but still on track
I know it's unrealistic, over-optimistic
I know I tried before this, I know it's nearly August
I know I can't ignore this, looking forward to all this
Sayin', "Babe, I just adore this" (and)
"Babe, can we afford this?"
I know it's been a slow year, nothin' much to show here
I didn't really go for it, so not a lot to show for it
The hardest part is over, adjusting makes it slower
So glad you're coming over, I want to bring us closer
The world ain't waitin' for ya', nothin' to lose it over
We're just a [?] over, the rest comes easy
The rest comes easy
('Cause life's like that)
But strictly speaking, I'm still on track
Strictly speaking, I'm holding back
Troubles keep falling in my lap, yeah
But strictly speaking, I'm still on track
So tell everyone I'll be alright
'Cause, strictly speaking, I've got my whole life
One other major setback
But strictly speaking, I'm still on track, yeah
The hardest part is over, adjusting makes it slower
So glad you're coming over, I want to bring us closer
The world ain't waitin' for ya', nothin' to lose it over
I just kept getting older, the rest gets easy
The rest gets easy
How do u say the (?) part?
Thanks
@@bryancartagena6983 he dont knows what he says
Thanks
The unknown word is 'shuttle'.
This album.
I don't think anyone knows just how influential and iconic it will be.
most of what's on this album has already been done on other albums. Washed Out's Paracosm comes to mind.
Yooo foreeeel!
Aaron Neumann who
@@nehti277 is that rhetorical or did you not read what I typed originally?
slaphappybullet nothing gets remembered in this sea of information
Oh man the drums. So god damn good. They hit with perfection.
2:53 😍🥰
Eduardo 1:43
OMG YES THANK YOU, it is the best
@@Eduardo-cu6if Electronic mixed with acoustic; beautiful
Eduardo the hit-hat here is fire 🔥
I’m probably an alcoholic but I feel like I’m still on track I love Kevin Parker he understands the introverts and the dreamers
stay strong brother. i hope you have the support you need
I'm with u bro , we got this ! Stay strong
God bless you, brother! How are you doing?
here with you bro. you’ve got everything you need.
Kevin Parker just invented a new genre before our very eyes. Melancholic Optimism.
Wow
Bah I've been doing pessimistic optimism for years .. doesn't matter I'll still win :( :)
Melancholic optimism is a perfect way to describe how I feel when listening to Tame Impala
So true
def not the first time this has been done
Tame Impala is my Valentine 🥰
Mine tooo.... 😍😍😍
Jaeden Davis but... i thought he was mine :(
Standin line!
Completely sobbed today on my way home from work listening to this song. I’m about to be 25 still working on my degree. I take breaks here and there for the needs of my family. Placing myself last to make sure my son’s wellbeing is priority while also helping my husband advance his career. We move all the time which In then means moving institutions to make sure my degree is valid in whatever state we are in at that time. This song spoke to me as I drove home from work. Going to college while working part-time and being a full time mom and wife is HARD. Glad I have Kevin to speak to my soul and remind me I’m still on track and life is life. It will hinder my progress but I’ll get there eventually. Getting zooted on the weekends when I’m off and my kid is in bed also helps tremendously. I hope everyone else in these comments finds comfort and reassurance in this song like I did.
Did you say getting zooted on the weekends?
spoocyguy no
foreverinthekitchen8 Keep grindin, you’ll get there! Slow and steady wins the race!! 💪🏾 #GrindHard
spoocyguy yes, she gets high on the weekends when she’s off and the kid is asleep. But strictly speaking, she’s still on track.
Hello, I really hope you see this. I read your reply to this video about a week ago, but I could not think of what to say because you left me speechless. First of all, Kevin has always wrote songs that have spoke to my soul, but this one is one that I relate to on such a deep level. I am a 23 (almost 24) year old mom of a 3 yo daughter, I have a husband, and I am in school working on my degree. I do not move much anymore, but I did a bunch when I was younger. Reading your comment really hit me hard. Honestly, I cried so hard knowing there is someone out there that can relate so much to me. Lastly, let's please get zooted together, listen to tame impala while the kids sleep lol!
When Kevin Parker said :
"I know it's been a slow year, nothing much to show here.
I didn't really go for it, so not a lot to show for it"
I felt that :'(
I’ve listened to this song so many times, but i just listened to it right now and i couldn’t stop crying. Man this year especially i’ve been so lost and feel so out of place, i loss grip of what my dreams are and feel like i’m not on track to be successful in anything. I really feel like this song can relate to this year, it reminded me that i’m still on track and everything will be okay and to keep going. I am still on track. When I listen to tame i feel like his music relates to my mind on a deep level, no other artist makes me feel this at peace with life than tame impala. I don’t know how to put it into words but i’m really grateful Kevin Parker exists and provides music that makes me feel want to live, this year especially he has helped me through so much.
Jeni, you've never gotten off track. You still wake up every single day, knowing how rough your year has been , but you've maintained and kept going. Seems like your a super star to me. God bless and don't stop, my friend.
I can relate. Keep going!
this year has not been good for me either
Trust your guts, you got this. Let's go 👆
Right there with you. Everything is going to be just fine. Everything is going to work out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, just means it's not the end yet.
It’s been a long time coming, Kevin.
so true
@Sheila Koala what the hell man, its Kevin's music. As he said in an interview, he isn't expecting to all his older fans like every single album after the first one. He even quoted Marilyn Manson "I don't make new albums for my fans. I make them for a new audience" So, if you enjoy Tame Impala's older songs, then listen to them, enjoy it, but don't say such things about Kevin.
So yeah, if you like Tame Impala, respct them.
@@lexis_ if this person isn't joking, just gotta ignore them man. There will be always somebody putting down someone's work. I'd like too see them try to make music themselves and see what people tell them.
Maybe this song is July because is the 7th of this album and it says "I know it's nearly august". Maybe the whole album is a whole year...
Talking with somebody we realized that's make a lot of sense because the second (february is the 2nd month) song (Instant Destiny) makes a reference to Sophie Lawrence who married Kevin on that month and. Sorry if my ideas aren't organized but I'm so excited for this album and it makes me cry because it's magical. Thanks for everything💖
Wooow thanks for this comment and explanation 💕
ur so on to smthn please look into this theory more
Did you noticed that the first song is "one more year" and the last one is "one more hour". WOW maybe you're right
Damn, respect. You put a lot of thought into this album.
It would make sense there are 12 songs in the album
“I know it’s been a slow year, nothing much to show here”
Felt that ❤️
4 years now and im absolutely floored a how good this album has aged, Kev is absolutely one of the best artists of our time lol, hearing this song at your lowest gives you a glimmer of hope, hearing it at your highest is like the biggest win of your life. Beautiful song fr
This song speaks to me on a level of euphoria. Telling me don't worry, you are strictly still on track. You did not fail. Just had a minor setback, for a major comeback.
Beautiful Comment ❤
why doesn't anyone mention the fact the it might be one of the better sounding albums ever, in terms of mixing and recording.. just how it sounds.
Yeah the production is great
I dare say it`s up there with The Dark Side Of The Moon, in terms of symbolism as well.
Im criying really
Yeah, it's ridiculous
One of the best tracks of the album so far, majestic.
This and Posthumous Forgiveness make me cry. They're so heart-felt.
for real they're my favs too
Bro Kevin dude, you’re helping me so much man, love this album
this shit gave me chills
This song reminds me of my dad. He was an alcoholic for his whole life until the last 2 years. He was hospitalized and he decided from then on he was gonna be clean for his kids. For 2 years we struggled with money as he was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and slowly lost his strength and ability to walk. Never again did he drink. Eventually he was hospitalized for the flu and the damage he had done to his liver from drinking ended up causing him to pass away. I miss him very much but this song makes me feel closer to him. Thank you Kevin.
RIP
Shawn Burnett
1976-2015
I’m reading these lyrics and I’m in shock, you really can take something and apply it to yourself and I forget that sometimes, I’m so thankful for this album.
You're on track :)
Always felt like Kevin/tames Lyrics connect on a personal level.
There’s definitely some lines about having a partner but with what I’m going through personally this is a powerfully healing break up song for me.
Sogeking God of snipers It’s the feeling of coming home everyday, everything is the same, but you still got dreams and you have to take a step more towards them everyday
I know right, just found out there was a background vocal at 4:35 of him saying “still on track, mf” and now I listen for it every time
He is Speaking the Language of Gods
Strictly
this is so empowering and heroic sounding, yet also sounding sad and nostalgic. Kevin Parker really knows how to make his listeners and fans feel.
This makes me want to cry, transcend, hug my family and friends… so many feels 🥹
When he sings the chorus at the end omg with all the effects and the background vocals .. bliss
'The Slow Rush' - this superior album doesn't rush in, it will grow on you.. So true that Kevin Parker is carrying the worlds music industry, humbly, gracefully, gratefully
Couldn’t have said it better
TRUEEE. It took me so long for me to like this album but now it's on par with lonerism for me
Favourite on the album.
Gives me the same feels Music to Walk Home By does. Hard to explain it.
YES!!!!! I’M NOT THE ONLY ONE!
Yes. MTWHB was like the emotional core of Lonerism. This for me is the emotional core of this record!
How does this man not have a Grammy?
Because Grammys are in no way reflective of good music, just what a few American critics want to be associated with, or more likely what the records labels have paid to get awards for.
This song makes me wanna cry so much, it’s like leaving a life behind, like it all burned down and all that’s left is the ashes of what once was, but finally coming to terms with it and moving on.
This is my exact feeling. It's like knowing you lost alot in the fire but you finally got rid of something in it
Josue Martinez wow, couldn’t have said it any better.
That piano in the beginning is so good
These songs were made for headphones! This is amazing!
must be crazier live
100%
Hi, I'm a 29-year-old girl with rheumatoid arthritis diagnosed 2 years ago, but I'm a dentist (bad combination) and just this year they gave me my position as secretary of health, it was a dream for me to get my place there, but with this disease it seems that 'dreams are not what they seem', and despite the fact that my hands continue to deteriorate, I keep going, with a hope ... and this song gives it to me, and I think that when the music projects that ... (a hope) it is perfect. Thank you for this tame impala song, it is my anthem to keep going despite the damaged wheels.
Не болей,выздоравливай.
New to this artist. Friends and I are listening through the album now. This is stupidly personal, but having a song that speaks to scraping by means a lot. It's demeaning having to make excuses when goals always seem to escape you. It's suitable then that the chorus feigns optimism, where anyone who's run through similar speeches recognizes how unhealthy they are for your long-term success.
Thanks for the comfort knowing that these situations are immortalized in lyrics.
Winter Bergman didn’t need a whole in depth explanation of the song but ok
@@benautry5096 thanks for being annoying :)
I think we are supposed to feel these ethereal feelings around us in normal life. Maybe, these tunes can bring us to a better balance? Sounds right to me....but keep listening, You know it sounds better the next time around.
Worked for me. After listening half dozen times during these last 6 hours. I must admit THIS and "Tomorrow's Dust" are top songs of this album. Singles are whole another story. "Strictly speaking, I'm still on track (crack)". (:
Deep thoughts here man. Why not just decide to feel these things in your own life from this point on? I think I'll try it
Woah that’s deep. I’m gonna be an individual! I’m so tired of being a collective group of people and existing in a collective group of people. I just wanna be different because that’s what this post has inspired me to do. Could you give me some advice on how I can actually be an individual please?
After weeks of trying to be optimistic about the pandemic, I finally had my emotional breakdown today while listening to this song.. More than one major setback but strictly speaking we're still on track. Stay safe everyone
A devastating track
Glip Klopsyiop shit took me out
I LOVE this! I can see this being one of those song where the crowd slowly waves their hands side to side
I teared up just listening to the song!
no one does that except in high school musical bro.
ROJI why does it have to be amazing for people to wave ?
ROJI 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I’ll definitely have my arms up at the show in July acting like I’m at a Christian rock concert but there will definitely be a few moments during this song where I do some spins and a little jive.
It's 1:30 am, in 7 days my first and only college semester will be over and I'll be on my way to pursue what I love. And hopefully be on track. This song makes the shot in the dark a little brighter and that leap of faith a little more hopeful.
Bro,are you still on track?
Can we get an update homie
Bro you on track??
I'd like to say I'm on track. I'm on my way towards being a firefighter, with a child on the way. I've also been training hard at my MMA gym, which is my passion. We'll see where things take me
Lyrics:
I close my front door
And turn on the light
I let out a breath
And hold in a sigh
Ain't nothing new
Ain't that much in sight
And if I'm counting days
Dream fruition ain't
What it's lookin' like.
But strictly speaking I'm still on track
Strictly speaking I'm holding on
More than a minor setback
But strictly speaking I'm still on track
And all of my dreams are still in sight
Cos strictly speaking I've got my whole life
I lost a wheel a while back
But strictly speaking I'm still on track
Challenges falling in my lap
Strung out again but still on track
I know it's unrealistic
Over-optimistic
I know I tried before this
I know it's nearly August
I know I can't ignore this
I'm looking forward to all this
Saying "babe I just adore this"
And "babe can we afford this?"
I know it's been a slow year
Nothing much to show here
I didn't really go for it
So not a lot to show for it
The hardest part is over
Adjusting makes it slower
So glad you're coming over
A wall to bring us closer
The world ain't rooting for ya
Nothing to lose it over
We're just a little older
The rest comes easy
But strictly speaking I'm still on track
Strictly speaking I'm holding back
Struggles keep falling in my lap
Yeah, but strictly speaking I'm still on track
So tell everyone I'll be alright
Cos strictly speaking I've got my whole life
More than one major setback
But strictly speaking I'm still on track
The hardest part is over
Adjusting makes it slower
So glad you're coming over
A wall to bring us closer
The world ain't rooting for ya
Nothing to lose it over
We're just a little older
The rest comes easy
Anyone else cry every-time they listen to this song ?????
Song of the album anyone?
January Baby yeah until I realized Breathe Deeper is the bop of the decade. But this song will age wonderfully
Stefan Patterson i was punching my hands in the air by the end of this song, love breathe deeper too though im with you
This song and Tomorrow's Dust are neck and neck for me.
Album of the year anyone?
One more year and tomorrow’s dust
all of his songs make me dream
Every sound of this music is going in my entire body. What a tune
This is my favorite song on the slow rush.
We are still on track for 4th... next season 😅
I love that this comment section is filled with so many people who are so emotional over this song and all of Kevin’s music. I get the most passionate waves of emotions flooding over me every time I listen to his music because his lyrics are literally stories of my life, the instrumentals fit them so beautifully, and I’ve never resonated more with any artist.. But most people don’t get that passionate and emotional about music so I love seeing other people who do.
I stopped living after my grandma died. Once I was able to remember how to be again, this was the first song that randomly played on my shuffle. No words to fully capture my gratitude.
This is currently my favorite Tame Impala song.
fav track off the album.
There’s just something so personal about Kevin’s songs that you feel on a whole other level.
This is by far my favourite song off of the Slow Rush
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4:24 and onwards - the backing vocals are so ethereal
Strictly speaking, I'm still on track.
*on crack
I feel the same way, weirdly depressing and optimistic at the same time
The Slow Rush is a masterpiece, the lyrics hit me on a very personal level. It almost feels like my soul is being healed as I listen to these songs over and over...
This song really is sort of a therapy type song that reinforces something in the brain to put our thoughts back on track & feel good about life!
"the hardest part is over"
this song means a lot to me. it's the perfect song to go with my journey of overcoming depression and other mental health issues. I will play this song when i finally move out of my toxic home and have my own safe environment. Once again, Kevin Parker has convinced me to get a tattoo of a song on his album (the first was Let it Happen)
Awesome transition into the drums/bass at 1:43. Almost sneaks up when you're not expecting it.
That part makes me cream
Every once in a while you hear a song that speaks to you, personally.
Thank you Kevin
I keep visioning myself walking into a festival with rides and colourful lights with this song playing live from a distance. Specifically the second chorus. I hope when I die I can live this moment
This song speaks to me exactly where I'm at this very moment.
Those organs...my god. This is without a doubt my fave on the album
This song makes me so emotional, it makes me wanna live, I feel like after all the bad shit that I've been through I still have my whole life, I'm still on track and I'll be happy, I'm happy. Thanks for this masterpiece album like always, forever grateful♥
Best song on the album for me personally. Just absolute 10/10 songwriting, and that chorus towards the end with all the layers of synths, the panning between speakers...fucking magical.
Oh my gosh! I’m so freaking stoked!!! I was honestly feeling down because of a relationship that recently ended (so close to valentine’s too) but seeing this reminded me that the slow rush also comes out on Valentine’s Day. My mood has improved by like 110%!
you'll be fine mate, get on with it
Fuck these hoes bro
keep your head up king, your crown is falling
Tame impala is a definite cure all, you'll find a truer love dog, keep going
Dylan Scott yesss !!! same but i got dumped ON valentine’s day 🥴🥴
this song made me feel alright in a way i haven't for a long time. i cried while painting at 3:00 am because it really convinced me that things were going to be okay and that I was okay. I looked myself in the eyes and promised myself and understood that i was doing my true absolute best and i just broke down there over my silly little painting cause i finally felt okay. this song made me able to push myself as hard as i can and press on every day since then. I am doing my best in a way that I was too scared to do before that night when i heard this song. I'm doing good, great, better than i have ever been in the past 5+ years. I'm still on track :))) and i know it in my heart.
This song is the song we needed to face the Coronavirus. We have to stay strong and believe that “strictly speaking we’re still on track” and “the hardest part is over”
Deep but true❤
I had a minor setback but it was a shitty feeling, a feeling I dont wish upon anyone. Listening to this made me cry because I was inna dark place & now im doing a lot better. This is the type of tune you hear when you've finally reached the light at the end of the tunnel. "But strictly speaking, im still on track" ✨
I relate to this so much!! We just gotta stay on track❤
Cassie Marie I’ve been in your shoes. I’ve been in a very very very dark place. Music has helped me tremendously get back on track with my life. I’ve never planned to live this long. My life isn’t perfect but I feel way better than I was a year ago. Times heals.
This my new favorite song to think about life too
the hardest part is over ......so glade you comin over i want to bring us closer❤❤❤❤❤
the drums on here are dope as hell
My mom passed away exactly one week ago today. She had been diagnosed with cancer back in August but the cancer didn’t end up taking her…
Ever since the very first day she was diagnosed I felt my life completely flip upside down and derail - I knew I was more off track than I had ever been in my life right then from that very moment. Now, after her abrupt passing, in a weird way, I’ve quickly accepted and know that the many challenges and troubles that will fall in my lap will help get me on track with my life. Even after experiencing a tragic loss like this I know that I’m “STILL ON TRACK, MOTHERFUCKER!”
I also coincidentally got ‘ON TRACK’ tattooed on me last month as well. It will always help serve as a reminder.
This shit hits so hard
This is like finding gold.. but feels better.
i wish i could go back to the first time i listened to this song
this is literally the anthem for 2020. wow
Kevin is really a genius. Such an inspiration. Please continue making such beautiful songs.
I cry everytime i hear this song ! Its like universe wrappin its arms around me tellin everythings ok ! I blast this in the car riding in the sunset n the tears jus flow
This song.... No, this album hit close to home especially "It might be time"
Got me fucking tearing up how much shit I put myself through in 10 years.. I'm still on track and still holding on because I lost my way some years back and now, I found myself again.
This album, and specifically this song, is one of the only things holding me together right now. In such a dark place, I just want to feel better again 😞
This is just beautiful.
Every time I feel discouraged about something I just remember this song or listen to it I feel better knowing that I'm still headed in broadly the right direction
Best song from this album
Goosebumps every time at 2:53
my favorite part fr
If this track doesn't do something for you, I don't know what does.
0:34 i could hear that "why wont they talk to me?" synth sound in the back!
I cant unhear it now
best song off the whole album
Pretty sure this is my favorite song off this album
I think this track of the album will have the most impact in the long run.
this and breathe deeper