Tame Impala Deadbeat: Every song ranked from best to worst

Deadbeat, the fifth full-length album by Kevin Parker under the Tame Impala name, is officially released. Across the songs on this latest record, themes of pressure, loneliness, and more have been explored.

In recent interviews, Kevin Parker spoke about the chaos of releasing Deadbeat, about trying "to hold on for dear life," and about positioning himself as "a self-deprecating f**k-up stuck in a negative feedback loop." This album aligns with these statements. Tame Impala's 2020 record, The Slow Rush, saw chart success and global acclaim.

This article ranks every Deadbeat track from the strongest to the weakest. Read on to get an insight into Tame Impala's latest album.

Disclaimer: This article reflects the writer's personal opinions. Please share your thoughts on how you would rank the songs in the comment section below!

Tame Impala 'Deadbeat': Every song ranked from best to worst

1. Piece of Heaven

This track feels like Tame Impala's moment of calm. The lyrics are simple and direct. The production feels intimate with relatively gentle synths, vocals, and minimal reverb. Notable lyrics include:

"This room is a shambles/ But I think it's fine/ To you, it's untidy, maybe/ To me, it's divine"

2. My Old Ways

As an opener, it nails the themes of Deadbeat. Kevin Parker's falsetto sounds vulnerable, and the lyric carries repeated weight. The slow build adds to its weight. The production gives out cozy vibes. Tame Impala sings:

"Thought I would never go back, but just this once/ A little present for holding out so long/ I could not bear the thought of it two days ago/ Don't think I would forgive myself"

3. Loser

The track combines groove and confession of the singer. Lyrics depict wanting connection and expecting failure. The sound here is relatively darker and slightly sagging. Some parts of Loser feel repetitive. Notable lyrics include:

"I'm a loser, babe (Yeah)/ Do you wanna tear my heart out?/ I'm a tragedy/ Tryin' to figure this whole mess out"

4. Oblivion

Oblivion comes with minimalism. The loops, the pads, and the repeated "I don’t want to go to oblivion" build a sense of fading. The track does not have a rush to reach a climax. Instead, it drifts as Tame Impala sings:

"When I saw your face, I was hypnotized, baby/ I could see my future, never yearned for love so deeply/ Will it be okay? Will you feel the life we live on?"

5. Dracula

This is one of the more textured tracks of Deadbeat. The vampire metaphor talks about being alive at night to avoid exposure. The bass and groove make the track compelling. It is a bit more showy. Some of its lines are:

"In the end, I hope it's you and me/ In the darkness, I would never leave (Ah)/ You won't ever see me in the light of day"

6. End of Summer

This track closes out Tame Impala's Deadbeat. The lyrics are relatively direct: "I waited till the end of summer, and I ran out of time." In its second half, an extended instrumental section with kick and synth arpeggios is featured. As long as it is, it sometimes feels like it drifts. Some of the song's lines are:

"I could not deny it was overwhelming/ Living out our lives for just one thing/ And right now, I would love to put my arms around you"

7. Obsolete

It is a quiet gem. Some of the lyrics hit hard. The production gives space to Parker's vocals. He sings about the concept of emotional obsolescence. It can feel a bit underwritten. It is a solid one, but it does not stand out. Tame Impala sings:

"Always was so easy hanging out/ But it sure doesn't feel like that now/ I know that you have been feeling rough/ Or are you falling out of love?"

8. Afterthought

It straightforwardly depicts breakup emotion. The lyrics are painful in their clarity. The production is also gentle here. For some fans, it may feel repetitive. Notable lyrics include:

"Tell me, what do I say to turn this around?/ Ninety-nine days and you think I know how/ I can be emotional/ If you need me to"

9. See You on Monday (You're Lost)

See You on Monday (You're Lost)'s hook "You're lost" signifies self-critique and insecurity. The verses about social performance add a sense of anxiety. However, the track never fully breaks out. Tame Impala sings:

"She said, "I'm the one you want and you can turn me on"/ "But life ain't too much fun when there's no telling where you're heading""

10. Not My World

This one begins with light melodies and ends in dissociation. The repeated phrase "It's not my world" works as emotional distancing. The track is not as fleshed out as others in Tame Impala's Deadbeat. Lyrics include:

"Day after day, waking just in time to catch the last/ I was a song light /We were going home, we walked by/ Must be nice, must be nice"

11. Ethereal Connection

Ethereal Connection sounds like a brief interlude. The melody is airy. As it is brief and minimal, it features filler. The track does not always grab hold. Lyrics include:

"I don't say it too often/ Isn't usually my style/ I'm here whatever happens/ Don't you know that I'll stand by"

12. No Reply

The pace picks up in this track. However, despite some hooks, it feels less essential. In Deadbeat, it lacks the emotional weight of other stronger tracks. The song feels less realized. Tame Impala sings:

"I apologize for no reply/ Wish I could describe what goes on inside/ Get these butterflies, man, they make me tired/ I was so uptight and preoccupied"

Tame Impala is all set to take his latest album to the road with his 2025-26 Deadbeat tour. The upcoming dates and stops are as follows:

North American dates

Monday, October 27, 2025, Brooklyn, NY, at Barclays Center
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, Brooklyn, NY, at Barclays Center
Friday, October 31, 2025, Brooklyn, NY, at Barclays Center
Saturday, November 1, 2025, Brooklyn, NY, at Barclays Center
Monday, November 3, 2025, Chicago, IL, at United Center
Thursday, November 6, 2025, Austin, TX, at Moody Center
Sunday, November 9, 2025, San Diego, CA, at Pechanga Arena
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, Inglewood, CA, at Kia Forum
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, Inglewood, CA, at Kia Forum
Friday, November 14, 2025, Oakland, CA, at Oakland Arena
Saturday, November 15, 2025, Oakland, CA, at Oakland Arena
Monday, November 17, 2025, Inglewood, CA, at Kia Forum

Europe and UK 2026 dates

Saturday, April 4, 2026, Porto, Portugal, at Super Bock Arena - Pavilhão Rosa Mota
Sunday, April 5, 2026, Lisbon, Portugal, at MEO Arena
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, Madrid, Spain, at Movistar Arena
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Barcelona, Spain, at Palau Sant Jordi
Friday, April 10, 2026, Lyon, France, at LDLC Arena
Sunday, April 12, 2026, Turin, Italy, at Inalpi Arena
Monday, April 13, 2026, Bologna, Italy, at Unipol Arena
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Zürich, Switzerland, at Hallenstadion
Thursday, April 16, 2026, Munich, Germany, at Olympiahalle
Saturday, April 18, 2026, Gliwice, Poland, at PreZero Arena
Monday, April 20, 2026, Prague, Czech Republic, at O2 Arena
Thursday, April 23, 2026, Hamburg, Germany, at Barclays Arena
Saturday, April 25, 2026, Copenhagen, Denmark, at Royal Arena
Sunday, April 26, 2026, Stockholm, Sweden, at Avicii Arena
Monday, April 27, 2026, Oslo, Norway, at Unity Arena
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, Berlin, Germany, at Uber Arena
Thursday, April 30, 2026, Frankfurt, Germany, at Festhalle
Friday, May 1, 2026, Düsseldorf, Germany, at PSD Bank Dome
Sunday, May 3, 2026, Paris, France, at Accor Arena
Monday, May 4, 2026, Amsterdam, Netherlands, at Ziggo Dome
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Antwerp, Belgium, at AFAS Dome
Thursday, May 7, 2026, London, UK, at The O2
Friday, May 8, 2026, Manchester, UK, at Co-op Live Arena
Saturday, May 9, 2026, Birmingham, UK, at Utilita Arena
Monday, May 11, 2026, Glasgow, UK, at OVO Hydro
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, Dublin, Ireland, at 3Arena