No Choice
Tame Impala Lyrics
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At the end of the day, I have no choice
It wouldn't matter that I had to break it with you
Going over and over brings no joy
It doesn't matter if I want to go somewhere new
At the end of the day, I have no choice
And if you're telling me that I've got so much to lose
Nice and short
There must be something more
Life's a chore
What are we living for?
Let it out
I can see now
Try to hold down
I feel now
All the constants in your future bore you
Kinda makes your mind up for you
Knowing just what lies before you
Gives you no surprise
It doesn't matter if I want to go somewhere new
At the end of the day, I have no choice
It wouldn't matter that I had to break it with you
Going over and over brings no joy
Nice and short
There must be something more
Life's a chore
What are we living for?
The lyrics of Tame Impala's "No Choice" reflect on the limitations we face while making choices in life. The repetitive phrase, "It doesn't matter if I want to go somewhere new, at the end of the day, I have no choice," encapsulates the frustration of feeling stuck in a situation without any agency. Despite wanting to make a change, the lyrics suggest that external factors may prevent someone from doing so. The lines, "All the constants in your future bore you, kinda makes your mind up for you," further emphasize how the predictability of the future can stifle creativity and individualism. The repetition of the phrase, "nice and short," which contrasts with the longer, existential questions asked throughout the song, underscores the idea that our experiences can feel transitory and fleeting.
The lyrics' transition to, "let it out, I can see now, try to hold down, I feel now," suggest a tumultuous emotional state. The singer may be grappling with suppressing their feelings, which is causing them inner turmoil. The final lines, "What are we living for?" encapsulate the broader existential crisis at the heart of the song. "No Choice" is a meditation on our limitations and the impact they have on our sense of self.
Line by Line Meaning
It doesn't matter if I want to go somewhere new
Even if I desire change, my circumstances prevent me from pursuing it
At the end of the day, I have no choice
Ultimately, I am subject to the whims of fate and must accept what it brings
It wouldn't matter that I had to break it with you
Ending a relationship may be difficult, but it is ultimately inconsequential
Going over and over brings no joy
Rehashing past events is unproductive and unsatisfying
And if you're telling me that I've got so much to lose
If someone warns of potential loss from taking risks, their words only add to the noise
All the talking about it, it's all noise
Excessive discussion of options and outcomes distracts from the reality of the situation
Nice and short
Brevity is desirable
There must be something more
Life should hold greater meaning than the daily routine
Life's a chore
Life can feel like a monotonous task
What are we living for?
What is the purpose of existence?
Let it out
Express your emotions freely
I can see now
My perspective has changed, giving me new insight
Try to hold down
Attempt to suppress or control one's feelings
I feel now
I am in touch with my emotions and no longer repressing them
All the constants in your future bore you
Predictable outcomes make life dull and unfulfilling
Kinda makes your mind up for you
Knowing what's ahead can rob one of the freedom to choose their own path
Knowing just what lies before you
Being aware of what the future holds can be discouraging
Gives you no surprise
When the expected comes to pass, there is no sense of wonder or excitement
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kevin Parker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Pre-Chorus]
It doesn't matter if I want to go somewhere new
At the end of the day, I have no choice
It wouldn't matter that I had to break it with you
Going over it all, it brings no joy
It doesn't matter if I want to go somewhere new
At the end of the day, I have no choice
And if you're telling me that I've got so much to lose
All the talking don't matter, it's all noise
[Chorus]
Nice and short
There must be something more
Life's a chore
What are wе living for?
[Verse]
Let it out
I can see now
Tryin' to hold on
I feel now
All the constancy, no future for you
Kinda makеs your mind up for you
Knowing just what lies before you
Gives you no surprise
[Pre-Chorus]
It doesn't matter if I want to go somewhere new
At the end of the day, I have no choice
It wouldn't matter that I had to break it with you
Going over it all, it brings no joy
[Chorus]
Nice and short
There must be something more
Life's unsure
What are we living for?
@adamgreenhill110
The B-SIDES! My mood is now restored and I have more Tame Impala to enjoy
@Kimmy00571
And so it begins
@GorillazFan4053
Yes man I totally agree 💯
@ChipzBitz
Yo I made a reaction video to this if you wanna check it out!
https://youtu.be/x_Uha9TuJsk
@roach9397
All hail Acid Jesus for bringing us more psychedelic jams
@dyervids
I KNOW RIGHT
@JoNathan32786
You have no idea how bad I needed some new Tame to listen to. It’s been the hardest week of my life and this will undoubtedly bring some comfort. Thank you.
@an-zp4xq
I’m right here with you stranger, hardest week I’ve ever had and the most I’ve ever cried in my whole life. This song just made me cry even more. I hope everything’s ok with you!
@Croustibate
Listen Kainalu it's Tame tier
@JoNathan32786
@@an-zp4xq Yeah, I’ve probably cried more in the last few days than I have in the last several years. I’m confident that it’ll get better…..eventually.
Sending positive vibes. ❤️