Montreal
Matt and Chris Time Lyrics


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We stayed up on New Year's
We went for confusion
The streets were all covered

Water had frozen
Slid on our stomachs
Small fingers had broken
And you want to be sure




That you've slipped and you're lying
And this is Montreal

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Matt and Chris Time's "Montreal" song take a nostalgic look at a New Year's Eve spent in Montreal where the streets are covered with frozen water. The opening lines suggest that the singer and their companions stayed up all night on New Year's Eve, perhaps to prolong the festivities, or maybe they wanted to make the most of their time in Montreal. The second line, "We went for confusion," could refer to trying new things, exploring the city, or simply getting lost in the moment.


The verse goes on to describe the fun the singer and their friends had sliding on their stomachs on frozen water, but also the pain that comes with it as small fingers get broken. The song paints a vivid picture of a reckless night, full of excitement and danger. The chorus, "And you want to be sure that you've slipped and you're lying, and this is Montreal," confirms that the singer wants to make the most of their experience and take in all the unique aspects of the city.


Overall, the song Montreal captures the nostalgia and sentimentality that comes with looking back on a memorable trip or experience. The lyrics evoke the euphoric feeling of youth and vitality in the midst of danger and excitement. The song reflects on a specific experience in Montreal, but the themes of youth, danger, and living in the moment are universal.


Line by Line Meaning

We stayed up on New Year's
We didn't sleep on New Year's Eve


We went for confusion
We intentionally sought out chaos or unpredictability


The streets were all covered
The roads were buried under something, possibly snow


Water had frozen
The water had turned into ice


Slid on our stomachs
We were physically sliding on the ground with our bellies


Small fingers had broken
Our hands or fingers got injured


And you want to be sure
You desire to confirm or check something


That you've slipped and you're lying
You're hoping to have fallen to the ground and be lying down


And this is Montreal
This location we're in is Montreal, Canada




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Written by: MATTHEW MORRIS POND

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