Parker originally conceived the project in Perth in 2007. After a series of singles and EPs, Tame Impala's debut studio album, InnerSpeaker, was released in 2010; it was certified gold in Australia and well received by critics. Parker's 2012 follow-up, Lonerism, was also acclaimed, reaching platinum status in Australia and receiving a Grammy Award nomination for Best Alternative Music Album. Tame Impala's third album, Currents, was released in July 2015,[6] and like its predecessor, it won ARIA Awards for Best Rock Album and Album of the Year. Parker won the APRA Award for Song of the Year 2016 for Currents' first track, "Let It Happen". The fourth and most recent studio album, The Slow Rush, was released 14 February 2020.
Why Wont They Talk To Me
Tame Impala Lyrics
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I'm so alone, nothing for me
I guess I'll go home, try to be sane
Try to pretend none of it happened
Oh, this old tree, lonely old me
Whoops-a-daisy, I thought I was happy, oh
Out of the zone, now that I see
I guess I'll go home, try to be sane
Try to pretend none of it happened
Destined to be lonely old me
Whoops-a-daisy, I thought I was happy, oh
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
(Thought I was happy, oh)
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
(Thought I was happy, oh)
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
(Thought I was happy, oh)
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
(Why?)
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
But I don't really care 'bout it anyway
I wouldn't listen to a word any of 'em say
They just talk about themselves all day
One day I'll be a star, they'll be sorry
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
(Why?)
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
The lyrics to Tame Impala's song "Why Won't They Talk To Me" are a reflection of the feelings of loneliness and isolation that can come from being excluded from a social group. The main character of the song is trying to make friends and be a part of a group, but is met with rejection and indifference.
The first verse of the song shows the main character feeling lonely and out of place, trying to see why he is excluded from the group. He feels like he is alone and that there is nothing for him in this group. He decides to leave and go home, trying to be sane and pretend that it never happened. The reference to the "old tree" and "lonely old me" adds to the sense of isolation that the main character is feeling.
In the chorus, the main character asks why the group won't talk to him, expressing the confusion and frustration that comes from being rejected. He repeats this question several times, showing his desperation for understanding and connection.
The second verse of the song continues with the theme of isolation, but this time the main character realizes that he doesn't need the group and they don't need him. He decides to go home and try to be sane and pretend that it never happened. The line "destined to be lonely old me" suggests a sense of resignation, as if he has accepted his fate as an outsider.
The final chorus brings the song to a conclusion, with the main character reaffirming his desire for connection and wondering why the group won't talk to him. However, the final line "I don't even care about it anyway" suggests that he has come to accept his isolation and is no longer seeking validation from the group.
Overall, "Why Won't They Talk To Me" is a poignant reflection on the human desire for connection and the pain of rejection and exclusion. It portrays the sometimes-futile attempt to fit in, and the realization that sometimes it's better to be alone than to be surrounded by people who don't accept you.
Line by Line Meaning
Out of the zone
Feeling disconnected and disengaged from those around me
Trying to see
Attempting to understand my situation and why I feel so alone
I'm so alone
Feeling isolated and without meaningful connections to others
Nothing for me
Feeling like there is nothing in my life to bring me joy or fulfillment
I guess I'll go home
Retreating to the safety and familiarity of my own space
Try to be sane
Striving to maintain my mental health despite these feelings of loneliness and isolation
Try to pretend
Putting on a facade and pretending that everything is fine, even when it is not
None of it happened
Denying the reality of my situation and the emotions that come with it
Oh this old tree
Reflecting on the longevity and stability of nature in contrast to my own fleeting emotions
Lonely old me
Feeling like I am the only one in the world experiencing these emotions
Whoops-a-daisy
Expressing surprise and confusion at my own emotions and situation
I thought I was happy, oh
Realizing that my previous beliefs about my own happiness were mistaken and misguided
Now that I see
Gaining clarity and understanding about my situation and emotions
I don't need them
Realizing that the people I previously felt disconnected from are not necessary for my happiness and fulfillment
And they don't need me
Recognizing that the people I felt disconnected from also may not have needed me in their lives
Destined to be
Accepting that my current state of loneliness may be a natural part of my journey and growth
But I don't even care about it anyway
Feeling a sense of apathy towards my previous feelings of loneliness and isolation
I wouldn't listen to a word any of them say
Dismissing the opinions and perspectives of others, particularly those who did not make an effort to understand me
They just talk about themselves all day
Feeling that others are self-absorbed and only interested in themselves rather than connecting with me
One day I'll be a star and they'll be sorry
Holding onto a belief that I will achieve success and recognition in the future, causing those who previously did not understand or acknowledge me to regret their actions
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
Expressing confusion and frustration at the lack of connection and communication with others
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kevin Richard Parker
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Out of this zone, trying to see
I'm so alone, nothing for me
I guess I'll go home, try to be sane
Try to pretend, none of it happened
Oh, this old tree, lonely old me
Whoopsie-daisy, I thought I was happy, oh
Out if this zone, now that I see
I don't need them and they don't need me
I guess I'll go home, try to be sane
Try to pretend, none of it happened
Destined to be, lonely old me
Whoopsie-daisy, I thought I was happy, oh
Ah, why won't they talk to me? (I thought I was happy, oh)
Ah, why won't they talk to me? (I thought I was happy, oh)
Ah, why won't they talk to me? (I thought I was happy, oh)
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
Ah, why won't they talk to me?
But I don't really care about it anyway
I wouldn't listen to a word any of them say
They just talk about themselves all day
One day I'll be a star, they'll be sorry
Ah, why won't they talk to me
Ah, why won't they talk to me
Ah, why won't they talk to me
Ah, why won't they talk to me
Ah, why won't they talk to me
@squilliumfancyson5228
Finally, all members of Tame Impala playing together at once!
@ericajames3651
Period
@Neilhouse5
Dude, Tame Impala is only Kevin! 😏
@TalkAsSoftAsChalk
I heard there were some conflicts within the Kevins. Glad they worked their issues out and put their egos aside to perform together.
@jeffjarquin3570
@@Neilhouse5 no shit sherlock hahaha
@javiersoberanisrovira336diy
finally
@rippedupmagazine
there’s something very calming about him sitting on the floor playing the synth alone. it reminds me of being a little kid.
@patldennis
Is Schroeder your real name?
@Daisy-yd2vg
As far as I remember it's the synth that Kevin's dad gave him. That's how he started to play music. That's why.
@shaneelliott333
synthesizers are just more fun on the floor man