Elephant

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About Elephant

"Elephant" is a song by Australian psychedelic rock band Tame Impala. It was released as a single from their second album Lonerism on 26 July 2012. The single features artwork from Australian artist Leif Podhajsky, who also created the artwork for Innerspeaker and the follow-up Lonerism.


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2012
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Bet he feels like an elephant
Shaking his big grey trunk for the hell of it
You know that you're dreaming about being loved by him
Too bad your chances are slim

And it’s not like Mr. Shock
To get shy when I ask who always is on top?
There must be something deep down in the middle down there
He’s not too easily scared

He’s got friends but they got the feeling
Wouldn't care too much if he just disappeared
Oh, look, see there he is now coming down the stairs
(Here he comes)

He pulled the mirrors off his Cadillac (yeah)
‘Cause he doesn’t like it looking like he looks back
He talks like his opinion is a simple fact
Somebody grabbed his collar
He cried the whole way home
He won’t remember a thing 'til it starts again
That’s how it is 'til the end (yeah)

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Tame Impala

Tame Impala (pronounced /tɛɪm ɪmˈpɑːlə/) is a band from Perth, Australia; the psychedelic rock project of Kevin Parker. They are signed to Modular Records. The band came to prominence in 2010 with the release of their debut album, Innerspeaker. Their name refers to the impala, a medium sized antelope. They like to see themselves as "a steady flowing psychedelic groove rock band that emphasizes dream-like melody." more »

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Written by: Jay Watson, Kevin Parker

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Elephant" by Tame Impala is categorized as Psychedelic rock, which is a vibrant and diverse genre that covers a wide range of sounds and styles.
Historical Context
The song was released in 2010 as a part of the album "Lonerism," which was Tame Impala's second studio album.
Song Composition
This Tame Impala song is known for its strong, gritty guitar riffs that are similar to those found in 1960s garage rock.
Song Inspiration
Kevin Parker, the man behind Tame Impala, confessed that "Elephant" is about someone who he used to know and didn’t really like.
Commercial Success
"Elephant" is one of Tame Impala's most commercially successful songs. It reached number seven in Triple J's Hottest 100 count in 2012, and it peaked at number 34 on the Australian ARIA Charts.
Unique Sound
The song is known for its psychedelic and trippy sound, which is consistent with the rest of Tame Impala's work. However, "Elephant" stands out for its strong beat and rhythmic, catchy hook.
Cultural Impact
The song's popularity helped to bring Tame Impala's unique brand of psychedelic rock to a mainstream audience. It has also been featured in several television shows, commercials, and films, increasing its popularity and influence even more.
Recognition
In 2013, "Elephant" received the APRA Award for Song of the Year, signaling the respect and recognition the song has earned within the music industry.
Remix Versions
Several well-known artists, like Todd Rundgren, have made remixes of the song. This adds another layer to the song's influence and reach, as each remix offers a new interpretation of the original.
Musical Style
Despite the dreamy, psychedelic sound that Tame Impala is known for, "Elephant" has a more rock-oriented sound, with sharp, powerful guitar riffs and rhythmic drums. This sets it apart from many of the band's other songs, which tend to be more subdued and atmospheric.

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