Tame Impala’s latest single, “Loser”, marks a powerful continuation of Kevin Parker’s boundary-pushing return. Released September 3, 2025, it arrives as the second taste from Deadbeat, Tame Impala’s upcoming fifth album set to drop October 17 via Columbia Records.
“Loser” is a hypnotic slice of psych-pop with funk undercurrents. A gritty guitar riff weaves through a pulsating beat, while Parker delivers a raw, self-aware refrain—“I’m a loser, babe / Do you wanna tear my heart out?”—that lands with uncomfortable honesty . Compared to the expansive acid-house textures of “End of Summer”, this track leans into intimacy and emotional vulnerability, yet maintains a dark groove that feels wholly Parker’s .
The accompanying video, directed by Sam Kristofski and starring Joe Keery (of Stranger Things and Djo), deepens the song’s narrative. Keery’s character meanders through heartbreak—shoplifting a lighter, failing at a lottery, and finally encountering a mysterious new connection. A brief flip to Parker himself, mirroring Keery’s defeated moment, hits with crushing existential weight. Oh and there’s BECK who makes a very small cameo.
Fans have already taken to Reddit, embracing the groove and nostalgic familiarity. One user remarked, “Feels a bit like a mix of Currents and The Slow Rush…”, underscoring the track’s emotional resonance.
In “Loser”, Tame Impala balances introspection with sonic sophistication—an elegant mid-tempo meditation that’s equal parts self-deprecating and sonically sleek. It doesn’t just set the tone for Deadbeat; it showcases a continued evolution of Parker’s emotional and musical depth.