This Is The Dream Of Win & Regine
Final Fantasy Lyrics
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Can't wait until you, can't wait 'til you unsubscribe
I'll be a lonely scribe
But - what if they like it,
And lock us in a cannery with your accordian
Until we canned our love?
We can get along
We can get along
Montreal might eat its young
But Montreal won't break us down
Now I got a VCR
If we put our hearts in twenty thousand tiny jars
They'd never leave their homes
We can get along
We can get along
Montreal might eat its young
But Montreal won't break us down
I tried and tried and tried and tried
and tried and tried to keep the crowds away
I tried and tried and tried and tried
and tried and tried to keep the crowds away
The first line of the song "Crown myself the prince of buzz" can be interpreted as the singer believing that they are the ruler of their own world, of the people they have brought to their attention through their societal influence, and the changes that they bring with it. This is a possible reference to the musicians' career and how their music helped shape the industry's standards. The line "Can't wait until you, can't wait 'til you unsubscribe" can be seen as a statement of their disdain for their fans' expectations and opinions, which ultimately leads to them wanting to isolate themselves and become unseen ("I'll be a lonely scribe"). The following line, "But - what if they like it, And lock us in a cannery with your accordion Until we canned our love?" reveals the singer's fear of the power their fans hold over their image and their music.
The chorus line "Montreal might eat its young but Montreal won't break us down" depicts the struggles and hardships of living and forming a remarkable career in the city of Montreal. This line represents the constant reminder that the city holds a mixed reputation, as it is both a city of high arts and culture, but also steeped in deep-seated rivalries and prejudices.
The second verse takes a more creative turn, with the line "Now I got a VCR, If we put our hearts in twenty thousand tiny jars, They'd never leave their homes." This can be interpreted as their idea of capturing the essence of their love through the means of technology and media. The suggested method is to compartmentalize love into "twenty thousand tiny jars," which represents a metaphor of memories or emotions, which the people can revisit whenever they want to. The final lines of "I tried and tried and tried and tried and tried and tried to keep the crowds away" take a melancholic tone, reminiscing about the days of the past when the singer was starting, with a fear of not becoming popular.
Overall, the song highlights the attraction and entrapment that can come with fame and the pain that comes with not always being able to cater to the audience's demands. It also emphasizes the beauty and struggles of the city of Montreal that the band calls home.
Line by Line Meaning
Crown myself the prince of buzz
I am declaring myself as the leader of a new wave of excitement and interest.
Can't wait until you, can't wait 'til you unsubscribe
I am so intense that I will even welcome your rejection.
I'll be a lonely scribe
As a writer, I often feel isolated and cut off from the world.
But - what if they like it, And lock us in a cannery with your accordion
Despite my fears, I am still hopeful that our unique artistry will be embraced by others and we may be able to collaborate in a strange and unusual way with unexpected partners.
Until we canned our love? We can get along, We can get along
Even if we are put in an uncomfortable or challenging situation, we must still try to find a way to connect and work together to create something meaningful.
Montreal might eat its young, But Montreal won't break us down
Our environment may be harsh and hostile, but we are strong enough to withstand its pressures and thrive regardless of the obstacles we may face.
Now I got a VCR, If we put our hearts in twenty thousand tiny jars, They'd never leave their homes, We can get along, We can get along
I have found a way to preserve our creative energy and capture it in small, contained forms that can be cherished and shared.
I tried and tried and tried and tried, and tried and tried to keep the crowds away, I tried and tried and tried and tried, and tried and tried to keep the crowds away
Despite my best efforts to control or limit the reception of our work, people will always be drawn to it and will come out in droves to experience it.
Contributed by Layla T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vnssgrc
after all these years I still wake up to this violin melody in my head every now and then
@yatima2975
What if they like it? // Montreal might eat its young // The *best* violin solo of modern times (don't want to diss Mozart et al).
I could write another paragraph about the similarities with Grimes' Oblivion video and (duh) The Handmaid's Tale.
@vnssgrc
@yatima2975 no dissing, BUT..........
@jordanmcminn998
Insane how time goes by. As a teenager exploring music this was pivotal. As an adult, Owen Pallett's music is just as important to me
@adiscofromhell
This is still one of my favourite songs & definitely my favourite music video :)
@ErieMaxwell
This song never fails to make my day a little bit better. Thank you so much for posting!
@lukejones6293
we need this song on spotify. barely listen to it as much as i would... love this song so much
@willtaylor5981
It is on Spotify now
@talidemon
I love you, Owen. Thank you so much for your amazing music. You bring a fellow artist so much joy. To be honest, you are the only one I can listen to.
@MultiWindchime
wow ive been waiting for music with such passion and dynamics to whom it may concern: i am very appreciative of this musical blessing - remember to appreciate and love