South African alternative rock band Southern Wild return with “Right On Time”, a deeply personal new single that explores marriage, love and the fragile nature of time. Taken from their upcoming album The Art Of Feeling Nothing, arriving on 30 October 2026 via Just Music, the track reflects on the complexities of sharing a life with someone, and the importance of making the most of the time we have together.
At its heart, “Right On Time” is about understanding that even in the closest relationships, two people remain individuals, each experiencing the world in their own way. For vocalist Dave van Vuuren, there’s something special in that difference, and in the willingness to understand another person’s perspective.
“It’s about the little disagreements, the almost otherworldly moments you share, but also the fact that you’re still two individuals living separate lives,” explains van Vuuren. “You experience things differently, and there’s something beautiful in wanting to see what the other person sees.”
The song also reflects on how our understanding of love changes as we get older. Witnessing people lose the partners they’ve spent their lives with brings the reality of mortality into sharper focus, reminding us that no relationship comes with a guarantee of forever.
“I think that makes it even more important to be present, to understand each other, and to love each other as selflessly as we can while we have the chance,” says van Vuuren.
Stream the single here: https://orcd.co/right_on_time
The song also reflects on how our understanding of love changes as we get older. Witnessing people lose the partners they’ve spent their lives with brings the reality of mortality into sharper focus, reminding us that no relationship comes with a guarantee of forever.
“I think that makes it even more important to be present, to understand each other, and to love each other as selflessly as we can while we have the chance,” says van Vuuren.
Pre-save the album: https://orcd.co/the_art_of_feeling_nothing
With “Right On Time”, Southern Wild turn an intimate reflection on their own experiences into something universally relatable. It’s a reminder to look beyond the everyday frustrations, appreciate the moments that make a relationship unique, and recognise the value of the people who share our lives.
“Right On Time” offers another glimpse into the emotional world of The Art Of Feeling Nothing, an album that sees Southern Wild continue to explore the complexities of the human experience through their alternative rock sound.
