These Days

Powderfinger's song 'These Days' delves into the inexorable passage of time and the sense of helplessness that often accompanies it. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of time as a 'slowly creeping hand' that exerts its command over our lives, settling into place and casting a shadow over our days. This metaphor of time as a creeping hand underscores the inevitability and the often unnoticed progression of time, which eventually makes its presence felt in a significant and sometimes oppressive manner.

The recurring theme in the song is the realization that life is slipping through one's hands, and the days are not turning out as planned. This sentiment is a universal one, resonating with anyone who has ever felt that their life is not unfolding according to their expectations. The repetition of the lines 'This life well it's slipping right through my hands' and 'These days turned out nothing like I had planned' emphasizes the frustration and resignation that come with this realization. It speaks to the human condition of grappling with the unpredictability of life and the loss of control over one's destiny.

The song also touches on the pressure and the undignified nature of this relentless march of time. The shadow that time casts on the narrator's face symbolizes the weight and the inevitability of aging and the passage of time. The use of words like 'undignified' and 'lame' conveys a sense of disillusionment and a loss of grace as time progresses. Powderfinger's poignant lyrics and melancholic tone capture the essence of this struggle, making 'These Days' a reflective and relatable anthem for those contemplating the passage of time and the unpredictability of life.