Sufjan Stevens, "the Only Thing" (official Audio) May 2026

"The Only Thing" is a critically acclaimed track from Sufjan Stevens' 2015 album Carrie & Lowell , serving as an intimate folk meditation on grief and survival. Featuring intricate acoustic guitar and whispery vocals, the song candidly explores despair while ultimately focusing on finding small reasons to stay alive. Listen to the official audio on SoundCloud . AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more