Though his name is sometimes assumed to be a pseudonym due to its similarity to German composer Kurt Weill, it is in fact his birth name, as given by his parents Donna and Charles Vile.
Vile began his musical career in 2003 creating lo-fi home recordings with frequent collaborator Adam Granduciel. The duo subsequently formed the indie rock band The War on Drugs in 2005. Vile departed following the release of their debut studio album, Wagonwheel Blues, in 2008.
Vile's music has been likened to Bruce Springsteen, Bob Seger, and Tom Petty. His first album for Matador, titled Childish Prodigy was released in October 2009. Prior to signing with Matador, Vile released two albums, God Is Saying This To You and Constant Hitmaker, on Mexican Summer and Woodsist, respectively. He plays both solo shows as well as shows with a backing band called The Violators.
Smoke Ring For My Halo, released in March of 2011, is Kurt Vile's fourth album and second official release for Matador Records. Uncut placed the album at number 14 on its list of "Top 50 albums of 2011" and garnered Vile the iTunes #Rewind2011 Singer/Songwriter Album of the Year. Vile followed up the widely acclaimed album with the six-song EP release, So Outta Reach, in November of the same year. The EP was composed of tracks originating from the same sessions that birthed Smoke Ring for My Halo. So Outta Reach includes the single 'The Creature', acknowledged as one of Vile's best, and a driving rock cover of Bruce Springsteen's 'Downbound Train'.
Air Bud
Kurt Vile Lyrics
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My mind is daily changin
And it's charged by
The shifting tones of time flyin
Just in case you were wondering where I was
Strange, strange days inside
My mind is daily changin
Just in case you were watchin the horizon
(We want out and we want it now)
(We wanna take it outta town)
In the song "Air Bud" by Kurt Vile, the lyrics depict a state of mind that is in a constant state of flux. The opening lines "Strange, strange days inside, my mind is daily changin" conveys a feeling of disorientation and instability. This is where Kurt Vile is trying to make sense of his own perception of reality. There is a sense of urgency in the lyrics which is reflective of the fact that “My mind is charged by the shifting tones of time flyin.” The rapid pace of life and constant changes in the world around us are contributing to the chaotic state of his mind.
Furthermore, the song speaks of a looming sense of doom with the lyrics “As result of the black cloud comin down”. The ‘black cloud’ is a metaphor for a looming sense of danger or crisis. This adds to the overall feeling of confusion and unrest. The two lines “Just in case you were wondering where I was” and “Just in case you were watchin the horizon” suggest that the singer wants to be seen, heard, and acknowledged. The constant shifting of his mind reflects a need for understanding and for others to know where he stands.
Overall, "Air Bud" by Kurt Vile portrays a sense of confusion and unrest in response to the world around us. It reflects a longing to be heard and understood, as well as a need for clarity and stability in a rapidly changing world.
Line by Line Meaning
Strange, strange days inside
These are unusual times and things are different than usual
My mind is daily changin
My thoughts and feelings change frequently
And it's charged by
And these changes are fueled by
The shifting tones of time flyin
The changing moods of time passing by
Just in case you were wondering where I was
In case you were curious about my whereabouts
As result of the black cloud comin down
Because of a difficult situation coming my way
Just in case you were watchin the horizon
In case you were keeping a lookout for any signs of trouble
(We want out and we want it now)
(We want to escape our problems and we want to do it immediately)
(We wanna take it outta town)
(We want to leave this place and forget our troubles)
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: KURT SAMUEL VILE
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gangstersayfock
Airbud of Kurt Vile was one of my 8 favorite songs of 2013! I have experienced so much positive emotions because of Airbud! It was always so much fun when it was played on Dutch national radio in 2013! I felt so enthusiastic when I heard it on the radio! It was also a very special experience to see Kurt live in Paradiso in May 2013 in Amsterdam Holland. His show resonated so much with me and I felt so touched! His guitar solo's where so great and his music was so good live! It was for me personally also a very special experience, because it was my first time in Paradiso! I still have the concert poster of that show on the wall in my livingroom and see the movies of the concert sometimes on youtube. I always get a smile on my face when I see those movies of the concert again:).
Susan Johann
Wow, Paradiso? Blast from the past!! I went in May 1970. What a great place to see Kurt Vile!
Çağlar Polat
I feel proud to somehow discovering Kurt on my own and earning the privilige to listen to his art
Josefine Bliss
Same I don't even remember how I came across his music a year ago but I did and it's great
mindbombtv
I knew you could do it!
Ellie Richie
Çağlar Polat f he turtu gu it yyy tp
Lawrence Frauens
This is one of the best albums in a long time, thanks Kurt!
Southernbeautiful
me encanta esta canción❤
marqoogomes1
"My mind is daily changin' and it's charged by the shifting tones of time flyin. Just in case you were wondering where I was..."
So good
Free2 Roam
Sending love and thanks from Canada to all of you. Every comment is positive, wow that really
makes me happy. Beautiful amazing music is created and we have the honour of listening to geniuses anytime we want. Thank you Kurt.