The Boat I Row by Tame Impala is a song about determination, even in the face of adversity.
This song is guided by self-direction and inner peace. This song represents personal growth
and struggle very well. The tone of this song is both hopeful and apathetic. This song
repeats the phrase “onward I go” to signal that no matter what gets thrown at you, you must
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press on. This song perfectly captures these complex, universal feelings of doubt and
perseverance. The beat and tempo, along with the lyricism, make for a beyond enjoyable
listening experience. Kevin Parker does an incredible job at making songs that have deep
meaning while also delivering a hypnotic, psychedelic beat.
