Reality In Motion
Tame Impala Lyrics


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I'm edging closer, shivers all over
It's way too real, I'm way too sober
Usually they've got you covered all over
Lack of composure, I'm walking over
What will I do?
I never had a chance to

There's no one else around you
Not that I was waiting, vision ever fading
Heading for the deep end
Soon as I remember, baby, I surrender
I just need to breathe out
Decisions are approaching, reality in motion

Trying to be patient, I'm feeling ancient
Trying to control but the wave that I'm facing
Suppose that I didn't care anymore
Fate can decide, I can ignore
I'll just pretend that I always knew
That I had the chance to

There's no one else around you
I've done all this waiting, vision ever fading
Making such a promise
Only leads to heartache, closer to an earthquake
Talk about it highly
Try to stay in motion

It made my heart run in circles and overflow
And I was closer than ever to letting go
It made my heart run in circles in overdrive
And I was closer than ever to feeling alive

It made my heart run in circles and overflow
And I was closer than ever to letting go
It made my heart run in circles in overdrive
And I was closer than ever to feeling alive

There's no one else around you
Not that I was waiting, vision ever fading
Heading for the deep end
Soon as I remember, baby, I surrender
I just need to breathe out
Decisions are approaching, reality in motion
Let's not think about it
Put your arms around me, I can sense you doubt me
You don't need to promise
That only leads to heartache, closer to an earthquake




Talk about it highly
All that's left to do, all that's left to do

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tame Impala's song "Reality In Motion" depicts the feeling of being overwhelmed by reality and trying to find a way to cope with it. The singer is struggling to keep his composure and make decisions in the face of impending changes. He is experiencing shivers all over his body, indicating his discomfort with the situation, and is trying to control the waves that he is facing. He is also feeling ancient and trying to be patient, but the reality is coming at him fast, and he needs to surrender to it to find peace.


The chorus highlights the need to breathe out and not make promises that will only lead to heartache. The singer understands that decisions are approaching, and he needs to embrace reality and let fate decide his path. He seeks comfort and closeness to another person to cope with his doubts and insecurities. The song's lyrics convey the message that we need to accept reality and let go of control to find inner peace.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm edging closer, shivers all over
I'm getting closer to something, but it's making me nervous and uneasy.


It's way too real, I'm way too sober
What's happening feels too intense, and I feel very alert and aware of it.


Usually they've got you covered all over
Normally, you have people to support you, but you're feeling exposed and vulnerable.


Lack of composure, I'm walking over
I'm feeling unsteady and off-balance, but I'm still moving forward.


What will I do?
I am uncertain about the action I should take.


I never had a chance to
I didn't have a say in how things are currently playing out.


There's no one else around you
You're alone in this situation.


Not that I was waiting, vision ever fading
I wasn't expecting this, and I'm having trouble seeing things clearly.


Heading for the deep end
We're going into an intense, possibly dangerous situation.


Soon as I remember, baby, I surrender
As soon as I remember how powerless I am, I give up.


I just need to breathe out
I need to relax and let go of my tension.


Decisions are approaching, reality in motion
I need to make some big choices soon, and things are already happening.


Trying to be patient, I'm feeling ancient
I'm trying to stay calm, but I feel like I've been waiting and waiting.


Trying to control but the wave that I'm facing
I'm trying to manage the situation, but the challenge is overwhelming.


Suppose that I didn't care anymore
Maybe I should let go of my attachment to this situation.


Fate can decide, I can ignore
Maybe I should let things happen without trying to influence them.


I'll just pretend that I always knew
I'll act like I was expecting this outcome all along.


That I had the chance to
Like it was something I decided on.


Making such a promise
If I make a big commitment to something, it will only bring me pain.


Only leads to heartache, closer to an earthquake
It will only bring me more suffering, like a natural disaster.


Talk about it highly
Talking about it in a positive light won't change what's happening.


Try to stay in motion
I need to keep moving forward, even if I don't know what to do.


It made my heart run in circles and overflow And I was closer than ever to letting go
The situation was intense and overwhelming, and I almost gave up.


It made my heart run in circles in overdrive And I was closer than ever to feeling alive
The situation was so intense that it made me feel truly alive.


Put your arms around me, I can sense you doubt me
I need your support, but I can tell you're not sure about me.


You don't need to promise That only leads to heartache, closer to an earthquake
It's better if we don't make any big commitments, because they'll only cause pain and instability.


All that's left to do, all that's left to do
The only thing left is to accept what's happening and move forward.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kevin Parker

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Lyrics:

I'm edging closer, shivers all over
It's way too real, I'm way too sober
Usually they've got you covered all over
Lack of composure, I'm walking over
What will I do?
I never had a chance to

There's no one else around you
Not that I was waiting, vision ever fading
Heading for the deep end
Soon as I remember, baby, I surrender
I just need to breathe out
Decisions are approaching, reality in motion

Trying to be patient, I'm feeling ancient
Trying to control but the wave that I'm facing
Suppose that I didn't care anymore
Fate can decide, I can ignore
I'll just pretend that I always knew
That I had the chance to

There's no one else around you
I've done all this waiting, vision ever fading
Making such a promise
Only leads to heartache, closer to an earthquake
Talk about it highly
Try to stay in motion

It made my heart run in circles and overflow
And I was closer than ever to letting go
It made my heart run in circles in overdrive
And I was closer than ever to feeling alive

It made my heart run in circles and overflow
And I was closer than ever to letting go
It made my heart run in circles in overdrive
And I was closer than ever to feeling alive

There's no one else around you
Not that I was waiting, vision ever fading
Heading for the deep end
Soon as I remember, baby, I surrender
I just need to breathe out
Decisions are approaching, reality in motion
Let's not think about it
Put your arms around me, I can sense you doubt me
You don't need to promise
That only leads to heartache, closer to an earthquake
Talk about it highly
All that's left to do, all that's left to do



All comments from YouTube:

@NikkoNikko98

Currents is a timeless masterpiece that will be played for generations.

@alsm7590

100 percent :)

@signpaintr4evr

Is this the only thing people know how to comment on his videos?

@alsm7590

@@signpaintr4evr but it's true dont you think

@signpaintr4evr

Als M Yes of course I’m just tired of hearing it XD

@alsm7590

@@signpaintr4evr fair enough mate

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@WWIflyingace62

THIS IS THE MOST UNDERRATED SONG ON THE RECORD AND YOU CAN'T CHANGE MY MIND

@gyros69420

agreed

@GoogleUser-ms6hr

Yeah, so glad he finally put it on the set list for 2020, but also disappointed and frustrated because covid cancelled it

@SeanOGrady-miralize

the drums in this are so good

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