Disciples

Tame Impala's 'Disciples' delves into the complexities of changing relationships and the emotional turbulence that accompanies them. The song's lyrics reflect a sense of nostalgia and longing for a past connection that has since evolved, leaving the narrator feeling uncertain and disconnected. The opening lines, 'Cause I was still unsure / But it's something I'm used to,' set the tone for a journey through emotional uncertainty and the struggle to adapt to new dynamics in a relationship.

The song poignantly captures the feeling of being left behind as someone close to you changes and grows distant. The line, 'And I can tell by your face / No one's ever been rude to you,' suggests a sense of disillusionment as the narrator realizes that the person they once knew has become more self-centered and detached. This shift is further emphasized by the lyrics, 'Now it's like the world owes you / Walking around like everybody should know you,' highlighting the transformation in the other person's attitude and behavior.

The chorus, 'I wanna be like we used to / But now you're worried 'cause that means we'd lose you,' encapsulates the central conflict of the song. The narrator yearns for the simplicity and closeness of the past, but recognizes that returning to that state would mean losing the person the other has become. This bittersweet realization is underscored by the closing lines, 'There's so much I wanna tell you / So much I wanna tell you,' which convey a deep sense of unspoken emotions and unresolved feelings. 'Disciples' is a poignant exploration of the inevitable changes in relationships and the emotional impact they leave behind.