On January 31st 2012, he released the first single, 'Hollywood Forever Cemetery Sings', for his debut album under the Father John Misty moniker, "Fear Fun". The Phil Ek mixed and Jonathan Wilson produced LP was released on May 1st 2012 through Sub Pop (U.S.) and Bella Union (U.K.)
To date, Father John Misty has released 5 studio albums: Fear Fun (2012), I Love You, Honeybear (2015), Pure Comedy (2017), God's Favorite Customer (2018) and Chloë and the Next 20th Century (2022).
So I'm Growing Old On Magic Mountain
Father John Misty Lyrics
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And I wanna stay on that magic mountain
With lost souls and beautiful women
I drank some of Farmer's potion
And we were moving in slow motion
The slower, the better
The slower, the better
There's no one old, old on magic mountain
And that was the very last barn I'm burning
So for now everyone is dancing
As if it's any time but the present
So for now every young thing in my path
I'll hold their face so long inside my hands
The longer, the better
The longer, the better
'Cause there's no one old on magic mountain
There's no one old, old on magic mountain
The wine has all been emptied
And smoke has cleared
As people file back to the valley
On the last night of life's party
These days the years thin till I can't remember
Just what it feels like to be young forever
So the longer I stay here
The longer there's no future
So I'm growing old on magic mountain
I'm growing old, old on magic mountain
In "So I'm Growing Old On Magic Mountain," Father John Misty reflects on the passage of time and the desire to hold on to moments of youth and enchantment. The lyrics convey a sense of nostalgia and a longing to stay in a place where age doesn't matter, surrounded by lost souls and beautiful women.
The song begins with the singer realizing that the New Year they just experienced will be the last one they witness. This realization sets the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer expresses their desire to remain on the magic mountain. The magic mountain represents a metaphorical space where time stands still and the concept of aging becomes irrelevant.
The singer mentions having consumed "Farmer's potion," which suggests a temporary escape from reality or a means to enhance the experience of being on the magic mountain. It also contributes to the sensation of movement in slow motion, emphasizing the desire to prolong the moments of joy and freedom.
The recurring refrain in the song, "The slower, the better," underscores the desire for time to slow down, as it is through this deliberate slowing of time that the magic mountain's allure is maintained. The singer acknowledges that on this mountain, there are no old people, implying that age and its accompanying limitations are suspended within this idyllic setting.
The second verse speaks of burning the last barn, symbolizing the end of a certain phase or chapter in the singer's life. With everyone around them dancing as if it's any time but the present, the singer finds comfort in holding the face of every young person they encounter, longing to keep the essence of youth within their grasp for as long as possible.
The final verse brings a sense of resignation and melancholy. The wine has been emptied, the smoke has cleared, and the party of life is coming to a close. The years thin, and the singer's memory of what it feels like to be forever young begins to fade. They recognize the fleetingness of their time on the mountain and the absence of a future if they stay there indefinitely.
Overall, "So I'm Growing Old On Magic Mountain" explores themes of the transient nature of time, youth, and the desire to escape the inevitable aging process. It captures the bittersweet yearning to hold on to moments of enchantment and the fear of losing touch with the vitality of youth.
Line by Line Meaning
That was the last New Year I'll ever see
I have reached a point in my life where I no longer believe in new beginnings or resolutions
And I wanna stay on that magic mountain
I desire to remain in a state of blissful ignorance and escapism
With lost souls and beautiful women
Surrounded by individuals who are searching for meaning and love
I drank some of Farmer's potion
I consumed a substance that temporarily altered my perception of reality
And we were moving in slow motion
Our actions and experiences were prolonged, allowing us to savor every moment
The slower, the better
I prefer a slower pace of life because it allows me to fully appreciate my surroundings
Cause there's no one old on magic mountain
On this secluded place, the concept of aging and growing old doesn't exist
There's no one old, old on magic mountain
No one here is burdened by the weight of time and its effects
And that was the very last barn I'm burning
I have extinguished all of my past regrets and self-destructive tendencies
So for now everyone is dancing
In this moment, everyone is free from worries and fully enjoying themselves
As if it's any time but the present
The partygoers are absorbed in the present moment, oblivious to the passage of time
So for now every young thing in my path
I am attracted to youthful individuals who symbolize vitality and the fleeting nature of life
I'll hold their face so long inside my hands
I want to cherish and capture the essence of youth through intimate connections
The longer, the better
The more time I spend in their presence, the greater the fulfillment and joy I experience
The wine has all been emptied
We have indulged in life's pleasures and excesses to the point of exhaustion
And smoke has cleared
The haze of distractions and illusions has dissipated, revealing the harsh reality
As people file back to the valley
Others return to their mundane lives, leaving behind the temporary euphoria
On the last night of life's party
We are celebrating the end of life's festivities, knowing that they will never be the same
These days the years thin till I can't remember
With each passing day, the memories of my youth become faint and elusive
Just what it feels like to be young forever
I yearn to recapture the sensations and freedom of youth, but time keeps slipping away
So the longer I stay here
By prolonging my stay in this fantasy world
The longer there's no future
I can avoid facing the reality of aging and the uncertainty of the future
So I'm growing old on magic mountain
In this secluded paradise, I am slowly succumbing to the inevitable effects of time
I'm growing old, old on magic mountain
Here on magic mountain, the passing of time becomes more evident as I age
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Joshua Michael Tillman
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Lyrics
That was the last New Year I'll ever see
And I wanna stay on that magic mountain
With lost souls and beautiful women
I drank some of Farmer's potion
And we were moving in slow motion
The slower, the better
The slower, the better
'Cause there's no one old on magic mountain
There's no one old, old on magic mountain
And that was the very last barn I'm burning
So for now everyone is dancing
As if it's any time but the present
So for now every young thing in my path
I'll hold their face so long inside my hands
The longer, the better
The longer, the better
'Cause there's no one old on magic mountain
There's no one old, old on magic mountain
The wine has all been emptied
And smoke has cleared
As people file back to the valley
On the last night of life's party
These days the years thin till I can't remember
Just what it feels like to be young forever
So the longer I stay here
The longer there's no future
So I'm growing old on magic mountain
I'm growing old, old on magic mountain
Written by Joshua Michael Tillman • Copyright ©
Skipper1010
That was the last New Year I'll ever see
And I wanna stay on that magic mountain
With lost souls and beautiful women
I drank some of Farmer's potion
And we were moving in slow motion
The slower, the better
The slower, the better
'Cause there's no one old on magic mountain
There's no one old, old on magic mountain
And that was the very last barn I'm burning
So for now everyone is dancing
As if it's any time but the present
So for now every young thing in my path
I'll hold their face so long inside my hands
The longer, the better
The longer, the better
'Cause there's no one old on magic mountain
There's no one old, old on magic mountain
The wine has all been emptied
And smoke has cleared
As people file back to the valley
On the last night of life's party
These days the years thin till I can't remember
Just what it feels like to be young forever
So the longer I stay here
The longer there's no future
So I'm growing old on magic mountain
I'm growing old, old on magic mountain
Bandstand
The ending coda could go on for eternity.
Daniel Richards
The longer the better
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I only have the coda for the currse
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You can lower my coffin into the ground to that bit!
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...and then some...
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Legend says it actually does.
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You've been coming back to this album a lot lately.
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