Sundown Syndrome
Tame Impala
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Please don't get answers from eyes You know that mine can't lie quite as well as yours Just let the spare moment flow Rounding steps as I go through the open doors Please don't deflate from a sigh I'd hold still every time but I'd start to shake I wander around for days Wondering what I'll say when they want the truth You will never know how hard I try To keep from waning while waiting at the start The depth of every touch is real as you need But words don't do any favours for me You will never know how hard I try To keep from waning while waiting at the start The depth of every touch is real as you need But words don't do any favours for me You will never know how hard I try To keep from waning while waiting at the start The depth of every touch is real as you need But words don't do any favours for me You will never know how hard I try To keep from waning while waiting at the start The depth of every touch is real as you need But words don't do any favours for me You will never know how hard I try To keep from waning while waiting at the start The depth of every touch is real as you need But words don't do any favours for me
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Release History"Sundown Syndrome" was the first single of Tame Impala, released in 2009.
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Background InformationThe track marks Tame Impala's official major label debut, announcing the band’s presence on the global psych-rock scene.
- The song was instrumental in establishing Tame Impala's distinctive psych-rock sound.
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Musical CompositionOne of the distinguishing features of "Sundown Syndrome" is its blend of psychedelic rock with elements of progressive and indie rock, making it a genre-defining sound for Tame Impala.
- The song's distinctive sound is achieved with a combination of acoustic drums, layered guitars, and heavy reverb.
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Critical ReceptionUpon its release "Sundown Syndrome" received generally positive reviews from music critics.
- The single was particularly praised for its distinctive psych-rock sound and the band's experimental approach to the music.
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Live PerformancesTame Impala has performed "Sundown Syndrome" at several of their concerts and music festivals around the world.
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Usage in Media"Sundown Syndrome" was featured in the movie "The Kids Are All Right" in 2010.
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Recording DetailsThe song was recorded in vocalist Kevin Parker's home studio in Perth, Australia.
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B-SideThe B-side of the single is a cover of the Blue Boy's "Remember Me".
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ProductionAs with most of Tame Impala's discography, "Sundown Syndrome" was produced by band leader Kevin Parker.
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Release FormatThe song was released on Limited Edition 7" vinyl using red wine in the vinyl.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics explore themes of social alienation and romantic longing, delivered over a backdrop of lush, reverb-heavy instrumentation.
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