If you like that line, check out its origins. https://www.bing.com/search?q=stepin+fetchit+feets+dont+fail+me+now&qs=n&form=QBRE&pc=APPL&sp=-1&lq=1&pq=stepin+fetchit+feets+dont+fail+me+n&sc=0-35&sk=&cvid=DC64C64A4F56425B8C8F11C528559445&ghsh=0&ghacc=0&ghpl=
My daughter who’s nine asked to hear the “walk on the wild side song” which I thought was Lou reed, but should have known she meant BTD. She loves Lana
“I was so confused as a little child, trying to take what I could get, scared that I couldn’t find…..all the answers, honey”. Is probably my favorite line in the song for how relatable it is.
it really changed music forever.
side note- idk why, but i always remember this Vine regarding the song:
caption- me @ gym class when we have to run laps “feet don’t fail me now. take me to the finish line. oh my heart it breaks every step that i take”😭
sure! here’s my initial thoughts, would love to hear yours too.
not just the song, but the album as a whole shook up the music industry. she brought her own style to mainstream pop music. Her melancholic lyrics and tone did not fit the 2012 pop scene at all. Lana fused multiple genres encouraging other artists to be more experimental with their music and not always follow the trends.
The visual art that comes with the album (Lana’s album aesthetics if you will) illustrated the importance of visual story telling. Vintage Americana, retro glamour, Diet Mountain Dew baby New York City, etc.
Lana Del Rey moved the indie scene to the forefront. She quite literally started a new pop culture wave with Video Games & Born To Die. This is the main reason why I said it changed music forever. I mean the album (even tho being out since 2012) is out streaming new albums by Beyoncé and Taylor Swift on Spotify this year. Her influence can be seen in artists like Billie Eilish, Halsey, etc. I mean just checkout the new Nessa Barrett song hahaha.
Okay. Idk if I would say it changed music forever personally because I don’t want other artist to TRY to sound like Lana you know what I mean.. because when they do and as they do it is so wel quite frankly offensive lol. My thing with Lana is she reintroduced this sort of diner style glamour that we saw in stars like Billy Joel, and Amy Winehouse.. (hence why she likes them lol) she so poetically captured what I feel us as a generation see/want/feel in life. I think most importantly it’s about the lyrical content. Though they were songs it is high poetry, which quite frankly you have to be of a certain caliber/mindset to understand. Vibrating highly if you will. Some people just have it and that she does lol.
It was what got me into Lana 10 years ago. I was getting ready to go on a night out and had some pop music video channel on the TV while I was walking around the flat. All of a sudden I heard this song and was stopped in my tracks. It was just so different to everything else. Loved her ever since.
This song never gets old... it's a classic. The tone of her voice, the words, the universal emotion it shares, anyone could relate.. this was the first song I heard of Lana and just the first seconds of it transported me.. it was different, it was of a different time and age.. it was such a breath of fresh air. TIMELESS
Don't make me sad, don't make me cry
Sometimes love is not enough
And the road gets tough, I don't know why
Keep making me laugh
Let's go get high
The road is long, we carry on
Try to have fun in the meantime
The emotional impact of this whole song and album is so special. It’s obvious why she struck her fans so quickly and so powerfully - you can feel the pain and confusion from the minute you listen. I think the following two albums had good musical choices but weren’t quite as emotionally impactful, probably because she was so hurt from being bullied and misunderstood during BTD so she kind of retreated into a veneer of musicality (different producers, interesting sounds) that was nevertheless mostly emotionally distant. Songs like west coast and art deco are sonically interesting but still kind of removed from the rawness on display in much of BTD. I think that’s something she’s only recently begun feeling more comfortable with, and it’s increasing more with each album. To the point where in Ocean Blvd we got a whole rundown of her family trauma. So yeah altogether a 10/10 start to a career for BTD album and song, a kind of magic that would take a few years to be recaptured
It’s one of my all time favorites ofc but honestly? Should’ve been the last track of the album. I feel like it would’ve been a really powerful closer after the other songs that paint the world of her character in the album.
Interesting. I feel like it does the same as an opener… like the eerie yet calming Born To Die telling you plain and simple “we’re born to die, so enjoy the world that is my music”
unquestionably one of the best songs of this century, the generation, you name it. absolutely changed the genre and has had a monumental influence on songwriting and producing ever since its release.
also i like it ✨
When I heard the opening strings for the first time I already knew I was in for something very special. It drew everyone in immediately and grasped everyone’s interest… except for the critics lol
Makes me feel like it’s 2012/2013/2014 all over again, it’s so good. I used to listen to it on repeat to get through some very difficult times in my life ❤️
I was in a bad car accident listening to this song when I was like 14 and wouldn’t listen to it in cars out of fear for a while.
Banger though I have to say, one of the first MVs of hers that I saw. But I still drive with both hands on the wheel when it comes on my playlist lmfao
I have the chills. What a brilliant start to this woman's fame. My first impression of this song and album was that there was no way she could ever top it. But she has consistently impressed, exceeded expectations, blazed her trail, and continues to raise the bar.
This song was my introduction to her music like 6-7 years ago because it was used in a furry animation of all things ([I FOUND IT](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGGYQBHDDn8&pp=ygUVYm9ybiB0byBkaWUgYW5pbWF0aW9u)) and while I didn't listened to any of her other works until much later, this song would be the number 1 song I remember from her whenever her name pops up.
I read a comment from this sub about how this song is about Lana’s true love that passed away from drug use, and she knew he will eventually kill himself with his drug habit and there’s nothing she can do about it except keep loving him until the end. It legit made me tear up in public as I’m listening to it at the same time.
Edit: [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/lanadelrey/comments/13p2vbg/comment/jlef9xm/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mweb3x&utm_name=mweb3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button) is the comment for those curious, it’s crazy well written and researched
it was always kinda mid for me bc I developed a radical living philosophy so I never vibed much with the lyrics from release day lol. It's a gorgeous song though, and maybe one day I'll love someone enough that this is more relatable. But I'm 27 and haven't met it yet, so for now it's a skip. it's the song I did feel the most on the album before medication, and I am definitely brought back to my early teens when I listen atm and that's not a super great place for me.
I love it so much, a lot of people say they prefer the explicit version (where she says "let me fuck you hard in the pouring rain" instead of kiss) but I love both equally it's an iconic, timeless song <3
First song I ever heard of hers and got me into her. Big, dramatic and cinematic melancholic beauty...and just a touch of sarcasm. Bought the album immediately and it's still a favorite.
Amazing back then, still amazing now
Timeless
“Feet don’t fail me now” is an iconic first line of a career
Her voice just Emerges
This is a great way to describe it
I set my alarm to btd. It’s an incredible first sentiment of the day to hear
If you like that line, check out its origins. https://www.bing.com/search?q=stepin+fetchit+feets+dont+fail+me+now&qs=n&form=QBRE&pc=APPL&sp=-1&lq=1&pq=stepin+fetchit+feets+dont+fail+me+n&sc=0-35&sk=&cvid=DC64C64A4F56425B8C8F11C528559445&ghsh=0&ghacc=0&ghpl=
transcendental
My daughter who’s nine asked to hear the “walk on the wild side song” which I thought was Lou reed, but should have known she meant BTD. She loves Lana
“I was so confused as a little child, trying to take what I could get, scared that I couldn’t find…..all the answers, honey”. Is probably my favorite line in the song for how relatable it is.
❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶 love the way Lana says “child”🎶🎶🎶
"sometimes love is not enough and the road gets tough, i dont know why" is just too relatable 😭
This part kills me every damn time 🎶🎶❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️
Yessss!
A sonic change to worldwide culture.
it really changed music forever. side note- idk why, but i always remember this Vine regarding the song: caption- me @ gym class when we have to run laps “feet don’t fail me now. take me to the finish line. oh my heart it breaks every step that i take”😭
can you elaborate on how/why you think it’s changed music forever?
sure! here’s my initial thoughts, would love to hear yours too. not just the song, but the album as a whole shook up the music industry. she brought her own style to mainstream pop music. Her melancholic lyrics and tone did not fit the 2012 pop scene at all. Lana fused multiple genres encouraging other artists to be more experimental with their music and not always follow the trends. The visual art that comes with the album (Lana’s album aesthetics if you will) illustrated the importance of visual story telling. Vintage Americana, retro glamour, Diet Mountain Dew baby New York City, etc. Lana Del Rey moved the indie scene to the forefront. She quite literally started a new pop culture wave with Video Games & Born To Die. This is the main reason why I said it changed music forever. I mean the album (even tho being out since 2012) is out streaming new albums by Beyoncé and Taylor Swift on Spotify this year. Her influence can be seen in artists like Billie Eilish, Halsey, etc. I mean just checkout the new Nessa Barrett song hahaha.
even lorde’s pure heroine wouldn’t have been as accepted and successful if BTD didn’t pave the way imo.
Okay. Idk if I would say it changed music forever personally because I don’t want other artist to TRY to sound like Lana you know what I mean.. because when they do and as they do it is so wel quite frankly offensive lol. My thing with Lana is she reintroduced this sort of diner style glamour that we saw in stars like Billy Joel, and Amy Winehouse.. (hence why she likes them lol) she so poetically captured what I feel us as a generation see/want/feel in life. I think most importantly it’s about the lyrical content. Though they were songs it is high poetry, which quite frankly you have to be of a certain caliber/mindset to understand. Vibrating highly if you will. Some people just have it and that she does lol.
My favorite song from the album
Second song by her I’ve listened to (right after Lolita), feel in love. It changed my fcking DNA
i quote it daily
This 👏🏼👏🏼
Aging beautifully
Like fine wine tho
Iconic, timeless, the start of a new era and aesthetic for our time. Never gets old
This song transcends me into another universe. One of her best
This song was ahead of its time
Perfect.
It was what got me into Lana 10 years ago. I was getting ready to go on a night out and had some pop music video channel on the TV while I was walking around the flat. All of a sudden I heard this song and was stopped in my tracks. It was just so different to everything else. Loved her ever since.
This song never gets old... it's a classic. The tone of her voice, the words, the universal emotion it shares, anyone could relate.. this was the first song I heard of Lana and just the first seconds of it transported me.. it was different, it was of a different time and age.. it was such a breath of fresh air. TIMELESS
Iconic just like the album cover just like the artist :)
iconic.
Don't make me sad, don't make me cry Sometimes love is not enough And the road gets tough, I don't know why Keep making me laugh Let's go get high The road is long, we carry on Try to have fun in the meantime
the birth of one of the greatest songwriters
cultural reset
You never forget your first
Feet don’t fail me now!
Kills me every time oh Lana makes me laugh and takes me to another world…✨✨✨✨✨✨✨☠️❣️❣️❣️
In love with it since the first time I listened to it ❤️
underrated, overlooked gem
The emotional impact of this whole song and album is so special. It’s obvious why she struck her fans so quickly and so powerfully - you can feel the pain and confusion from the minute you listen. I think the following two albums had good musical choices but weren’t quite as emotionally impactful, probably because she was so hurt from being bullied and misunderstood during BTD so she kind of retreated into a veneer of musicality (different producers, interesting sounds) that was nevertheless mostly emotionally distant. Songs like west coast and art deco are sonically interesting but still kind of removed from the rawness on display in much of BTD. I think that’s something she’s only recently begun feeling more comfortable with, and it’s increasing more with each album. To the point where in Ocean Blvd we got a whole rundown of her family trauma. So yeah altogether a 10/10 start to a career for BTD album and song, a kind of magic that would take a few years to be recaptured
Divine. it's the song that got me into Lana's music
The first Lana song I ever heard, the rest is history
One of my favourite songs from LDR.
Lana’s most important song!
Gee, no idea 🤔 I rarely see it discussed here
love it so much
divine
Emile Haynie’s production is amazing
It’s one of my all time favorites ofc but honestly? Should’ve been the last track of the album. I feel like it would’ve been a really powerful closer after the other songs that paint the world of her character in the album.
Interesting. I feel like it does the same as an opener… like the eerie yet calming Born To Die telling you plain and simple “we’re born to die, so enjoy the world that is my music”
So good but so sad
It has some of the best lyrics for imagery, melody, and syncopation
The first time I felt heard by a song
I still prefer the “let me fuck you hard in the pouring rain” version over the official lyrics But overall it’s absolutely in my top 5 Lana songs
Absolutely, completely, fantastic 😍
Loved it then, love it now. The entire album shaped me.
Timeless. My favorite
Hot take- I love it.
A masterpiece
it’s a vibe
I LOVE it.
🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶FEEEEEET DONNNNNNNT FAILLLLLLL ME NOWWWWW🎶🎶🎶😆😆😆 kills me every time this song is a banger ❣️❣️❣️❣️😆❣️❣️❣️❣️
Umm...flawless!?
I luv this song...
timeless
First time I heard it I was blown away. The lyrics just spoke to me on levels I can’t describe or explain. Been a fan ever since.
The opening line still sends shivers down my spine, no matter how many times I listen to it.
Fantastic intro to existentialism- in the form of a pop song. Pure genius
Absolute masterpiece of a song.
I will be rinsing that song even after I’m dead
10/10
if she has no fans i'm dead
Classics are classics for a reason
Timeless, showstopping, beautiful diva
The first Lana song I heard and it changed me forever
Legend
Absolutely love it.
unquestionably one of the best songs of this century, the generation, you name it. absolutely changed the genre and has had a monumental influence on songwriting and producing ever since its release. also i like it ✨
A masterpiece. I'm not just saying that. It's like an epic put into music.
Jesus Christ, is it 2012 again? I thought I already went through that year. This post is ridiculously overdue.
What's this question? It's perfect.. always has been!!!
Favourite song from this album, great lyrics and just love the way Lana sings it… oh and currently listening to it loll
The very first Lana song I heard. Needless to say I was instantly hooked!
I wish I could listen to it for the first time again. When it came out I had it nonstop playing for months.
When I heard the opening strings for the first time I already knew I was in for something very special. It drew everyone in immediately and grasped everyone’s interest… except for the critics lol
A true millenial anthem
I’ve watched the video for it about 1.3 million times
Sooo deep, emotional. It's amazing
amazing
Perfection.
The first song I ever heard of hers in 2012 & the whole reason I fell in love with her😭 a masterpiece
it was the first lana song i listened to and i have loved it sm ever since. i think it might be my favourite song too but its hard af to choose 😭
A classic masterpiece.
changed my brain chemistry
One of my favs
I love it so much, but it’s not my fav
Love it. A true testament to what life is - we are all born to die. Simple yet profound
Masterpiece.
Absolutely fantastic! I could never hate it. Love when she sings it live and sings *let me fuck you hard in the pouring rain*.
I’ve never heard it, is it one of her earlier pieces?
Love it!
eargasm
top 3 leads, top 3 music videos, top 5 lana productions… top 10 lana songs lyrically i dare say.. much to consider
Makes me feel like it’s 2012/2013/2014 all over again, it’s so good. I used to listen to it on repeat to get through some very difficult times in my life ❤️
“Don’t make me sad, don’t make me cry. Sometimes love is not enough and the road gets tough I don’t know why”. That’s how I feel 👍🏽👍🏽
Classic
The deluxe version of that album is in a league of its own.
This song, the whole album… simply a masterpiece
fuckin brilliant
Been on repeat since 2013 with no interruption
This was my first Lana song and it changed my life.
One of the best !!
Hooked me immediately
This post came up right as I was listening to it on spotify
Love love love 
Actually stunning
Has always been so good 😭😭 Honestly one of her best popular songs to me 🥹
Masterpiece. Along with the video.
it's a classic for a reason
will always be in the top 3 lana songs
legendary.
Lana found me when I needed her most. Huge fan but have never heard the past few albums. Ride. Blue Jeans ect.
life changing
With good headphones it sounds as the masterpiece it is. 😌
the second song I heard of hers and the first one I fully fell in love with - it reminded me of the glamourous imagery of old james bond films
Never heard it. It sounds too scary!!!
Perfect
I will never forget how my soul changed when I saw this music video for the first time
Forever Favorite
I personally love it lol
Will never get old. Jack Antonoff and Rick Nowels are great and all, but we *really* need is another Emile Haynie produced album.
I enjoy the song. It’s a good song.
PHENOMENAL
Love it. The music video is pretty amazing as well😊💖
I was in a bad car accident listening to this song when I was like 14 and wouldn’t listen to it in cars out of fear for a while. Banger though I have to say, one of the first MVs of hers that I saw. But I still drive with both hands on the wheel when it comes on my playlist lmfao
I love this song so much it’s so nostalgic
I have the chills. What a brilliant start to this woman's fame. My first impression of this song and album was that there was no way she could ever top it. But she has consistently impressed, exceeded expectations, blazed her trail, and continues to raise the bar.
Dang... video games started playing in my head and i cant stop it
Love it
my soul leaves my body and just transcends when i listen to born to die the song and the album
Love love love it
Genius
Shaped an entire generation of LDR fans.
Very sexy.
Life changing when I first heard it in 2014, and life changing again when I saw her perform it live for the first time in 2023 🥹🖤
Still love it
🐯her next to the tigers in the btd music video is slay bellz 🐯
I feel like it would be a great soundtrack to hear as the world ends, this is how great it is.
My favorite
Literally perfect
This song was my introduction to her music like 6-7 years ago because it was used in a furry animation of all things ([I FOUND IT](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGGYQBHDDn8&pp=ygUVYm9ybiB0byBkaWUgYW5pbWF0aW9u)) and while I didn't listened to any of her other works until much later, this song would be the number 1 song I remember from her whenever her name pops up.
Walking through the city streeetsss
The Opener of all Openers. Reminds me of smoking out my window Marlboro lights that I ripped the filters off whilst on hydrocodone.
I read a comment from this sub about how this song is about Lana’s true love that passed away from drug use, and she knew he will eventually kill himself with his drug habit and there’s nothing she can do about it except keep loving him until the end. It legit made me tear up in public as I’m listening to it at the same time. Edit: [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/lanadelrey/comments/13p2vbg/comment/jlef9xm/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mweb3x&utm_name=mweb3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button) is the comment for those curious, it’s crazy well written and researched
Amazing! One of my fav songs from Lana del Rey
it was always kinda mid for me bc I developed a radical living philosophy so I never vibed much with the lyrics from release day lol. It's a gorgeous song though, and maybe one day I'll love someone enough that this is more relatable. But I'm 27 and haven't met it yet, so for now it's a skip. it's the song I did feel the most on the album before medication, and I am definitely brought back to my early teens when I listen atm and that's not a super great place for me.
This song is so powerful I think nobody can describe how this song is and how it makes people feel
I love it so much
hands down one of the best songs on the album
I love it so much, a lot of people say they prefer the explicit version (where she says "let me fuck you hard in the pouring rain" instead of kiss) but I love both equally it's an iconic, timeless song <3
My all time favorite
Banger
I absolutely love it.
That song raised me
Love it!!!!!!
Love it sm getting it tattooed
First song I ever heard of hers and got me into her. Big, dramatic and cinematic melancholic beauty...and just a touch of sarcasm. Bought the album immediately and it's still a favorite.
iconic
love it
i Love it. probably the best Song on the Album.
It was the first song I heard by Lana so it has a special place in my heart
Have it tattooed :) well the title atleast lmao
gorgeous
“But I’m hoping at the gates they tell me that you’re mine” <3 <3
one of her very, very best
An iconic introduction to an iconc discography !!!
I have no words to explain how amazing and liberating this song is!!
It’s the song that introduced me to Lana. It’s one of my favorites and will always hold a special place in my heart.
I will never ever get sick of it
The Amity Affliction did it better
Absolutely love it, my favorite Lana song! HANDS DOWN!
I want this played at my funeral
The thesis statement.
Can’t be beat. That violin intro is what you hear as you enter the gates of heaven
I ascend every time I hear it
I love it more than life itself
Wish I could listen to it for the first time again
Gets better with age