Inbetween The Liners
MGMT Lyrics

MGMT, 4 letters, 5 minds, 6th sense.
The band MGMT consists of four members, but their combined intellect and intuition is greater than their individual talents.

Second Sight? Rock'n Roll is 50 years old, but we are still speaking in tongues.
Despite the longevity of rock and roll music, its true meaning and value can still be elusive, as if a mystical language to those who truly appreciate it.

What would Aristotle mke of Wop Bop A Loo Bop? A Zen mantra for our Bam Boo times?
The evolution and meaning of music might seem erratic, but it can be perceived as profound and enlightening by those who genuinely understand and embrace it.

'Expect the unexpected' I heard - as any fools knows, usually impossible.
As much as we try to anticipate the future, the unforeseen can still surprise and confound us, even though it may seem illogical or random.

9 months, the pregnant portion of a year; spent in their company; hasn't led me to deceive I know MGMT any better than anyone else.
Despite spending significant time with the band, the artist acknowledges that they cannot claim superior knowledge or insight into MGMT compared to any other fan or observer.

No tomes from me or type-tapping critics will reveal that.
The singer asserts that they will not attempt to write an exhaustive or definitive analysis of MGMT's music, nor would they give credence to superficial or presumptuous reviews by others.

A 5 part puzzle beyond Rubik proportions for you to Twist & Shout to.
MGMT's music can be challenging and multifaceted, requiring active engagement and exploration from the listener, as if a complex puzzle that can be both intellectually and physically stimulating.

Never mix stripes and spots we're told. Ha. It's actually a beautiful clash. Hell, here comes the Paisley & Polka-dot too. Watcha gonna do about it? Love it, of course!
Conventional wisdom might discourage mixing different patterns or styles, but the artist finds the resulting combination to be aesthetically pleasing and even exciting, encouraging others to embrace unconventional pairings with joy and enthusiasm.

CONGRATULATIONS, their second long player is something precious. A Gift. To Lovers. To Others. For Sisters. For Brothers. To live to. To love to. To look at. To listen thru. Nine songs. Some Short Some Long. A shy-eyed journey thru the dichotomy of their lives thru their souls. Sunday Bacon for the Monday Generation.
The artist extols the virtues of MGMT's second album, CONGRATULATIONS, which they consider to be a meaningful and valuable work of art for a diverse set of audiences, showcasing the band's skill and depth in exploring the complexities of life and human experience.

IT'S WORKING: Love? Or Confusion? Reality? Contusion? Subterranea or Sub-fusion. The Quest begins.
The song IT'S WORKING raises a series of fundamental questions about the nature of love, reality, and consciousness, as the artist embarks on an exploratory and possibly challenging journey of self-discovery.

SONG FOR DAN TREACY: A Man. A Mistery? A Saint? A Sod? Were we all made for this life? Some give, some receive. But Dan Treacy smiles.
MGMT pays tribute to Dan Treacy, the frontman of the British band Television Personalities, reflecting on his enigmatic persona and the inherent mysteries and joys of human existence that he embodies and celebrates.

FLASH DELIRIUM: The Natives go all Dance-hall Stomp as something strange in the water forces a Flash time Strobo-cop emanation of the will. Delusion Extrusion.
The song FLASH DELIRIUM evokes a surreal and chaotic scene, where the sudden energy and frenzy of the crowd is caused by an inexplicable phenomenon that leads to a distorted and fragmented perception of reality.

SIBERIAN BREAKS: A Pop Surf Opera, after the storm the loss of Ego. Breakers on the Beach. Hangin Ten with the Hodads. Distraction. Then Sandy Smiles as the Sun Squints its way. A new day. Cleansed. Ready. Surf's up! Piss or pass the Pot.
SIBERIAN BREAKS is an elaborate and ambitious song that blends various genres and moods, portraying a turbulent and transformative journey of self-discovery that culminates in a moment of clarity and renewal, like a serene day at the beach after a storm.

SOMEONE'S MISSING: But Who? And Why? Just a thought? A feeling? Or a moment of doubt lying in wait? To refilling the gateway. The door. Consciousness. A lines.
The song SOMEONE'S MISSING contemplates the absence of a specific person or a vague feeling of loss or longing, which prompts the singer to probe deeper into their own thoughts and emotions, seeking a way to rekindle their own identity and sense of purpose.

I FOUND A WHISTLE: Hope. Reassurance. The bogey-man Triumph of the Plastic surf totem. The motion of Notions. Spells & potions.
The song I FOUND A WHISTLE conveys a sense of optimism and comfort, as the singer invokes the image of a harmless toy whistle as a potent symbol of overcoming fears and obstacles, thereby attaining a sense of magic, wonder, and empowerment.

BRIAN ENO: A Smile Sent out. A wink and & chuckle. The Mistery of time. The Air Traffic controller of ssSound and ssSpace and ssSubterfuge.
The song BRIAN ENO pays homage to the influential musician and producer Brian Eno, celebrating his uncanny ability to manipulate and merge sound and space, creating an alluring and provocative sense of mystery, playfulness, and intrigue.

LADY DADA'S NIGHTMARE: The Mind falters. Questioning. Looking for answers. Lock-loop images stray into fluorescing cotton candy crimes. Impervious. Then, the Release. A Primal Scream for the How Generation. More DaDa than GaGa. More Drinking than Thinking. Less Arty than Party. Time takes a rain-check.
LADY DADA'S NIGHTMARE portrays a disorienting and unsettling mental landscape, fraught with confusion, doubt, and uncertainty, as the mind struggles to make sense of a bizarre and surreal environment, before unleashing a visceral and cathartic expression of raw emotion, energy, and rebellion.

CONGRATULATIONS: The Half-arsed Hugs of routine celebrations. Realisations. Random Aging. A World in tatters? Glitter that matters? The hollow victory. And then Sleep.
The title track CONGRATULATIONS reflects on the ephemeral and often hollow nature of success, fame, and achievement, which can feel like mere formalities or empty shells of meaning, amid a turbulent and unpredictable world, leading to a sense of exhaustion and detachment.