When a Man Is in Love With a Man
of Montreal Lyrics


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Now a man loving a woman that's a very
Common thing common but beautiful all the same
Still there's something so neat something so
Extraordinarily sweet with a man who's in love
With a man
I have nothing to say about the traditional ways
They're fine if they work well for you
But there is something so right so completely
Out of sight
With a man who's in love with a man
Or a woman who's in love with a woman
They should never feel ashamed because it's
So important to do the things we want with
Whoever turns us on
Now a man desiring a woman that's a very
Common thing common and really rather dull
There is something so strange something so
Wonderfully deranged in a man desiring a man
Or a woman desiring a woman
Men are usually fighting each other that's
Why I think it's so special when a man and
A man are in love It's so good It's so special
Now a man kissing a woman is a very
Common thing common but usually
Quite nice still there is something so fine
Something so beautifully divine In a man




Kissing a man
A man kissing a man

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to of Montreal's song "When a Man Is in Love With a Man" speaks to the beauty and importance of same-sex love. The song opens up by acknowledging the traditional ways of man loving a woman, which is considered common but beautiful, but then highlights the extraordinary sweetness of a man who's in love with another man. The song's message reinforces the idea that love is love, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. The singer emphasizes that people shouldn't feel ashamed of their desires, and it's essential to do the things that make them happy, regardless of what society may say.


The track tactfully addresses the unique challenges that same-sex couples face, such as being considered deranged or abnormal. However, the song flips this narrative and portrays same-sex love as a beautiful, special thing that should be celebrated. The singer further emphasizes the uniqueness of same-sex love by noting that typically, men fight one another, but when two men are in love, it's something so special and good.


The song's overall message about same-sex love is one of acceptance, and the idea that people should not be judged or feel ashamed of who they love. Overall, "When a Man Is in Love With a Man" is a powerful song that reinforces the idea of universal love.


Line by Line Meaning

Now a man loving a woman that's a very
It is common to see a man loving a woman, which is fine, even though it occurs frequently.


Common thing common but beautiful all the same
This is a regular occurrence, but it is nevertheless lovely.


Still there's something so neat something so
Despite its commonness, there is still something unique and special about it that is impossible to miss.


Extraordinarily sweet with a man who's in love
However, there is something indescribably touching and heartwarming about a man who is in love with another man.


With a man who's in love with a man
This lyric reaffirms the central theme of the song, which is the beauty of love between men.


I have nothing to say about the traditional ways
The artist acknowledges the existence of traditional romantic relationships, but prefers to focus on the topic of same-gender relationships.


They're fine if they work well for you
The artist does not judge people who prefer traditional romantic relationships, as long as they are happy with them.


But there is something so right so completely
However, there is an inherent correctness and purity to same-gender relationships that is difficult to articulate.


Out of sight with a man who's in love with a man
The artist believes that love between men is a perfectly valid and beautiful expression of human connection.


Or a woman who's in love with a woman
The artist also believes that love between women is just as valid and deserving of respect.


They should never feel ashamed because it's
The artist wants to reassure same-gender couples that they should never be made to feel ashamed of their love for one another.


So important to do the things we want with
Regardless of society's expectations, individuals should be free to pursue the romantic relationships that make them happiest.


Whoever turns us on
It is vital that we follow our desires and attractions, no matter whom they may be directed toward.


Now a man desiring a woman that's a very
The artist notes that finding women desirable is also commonplace, though less personally compelling.


Common thing common and really rather dull
The artist feels that heterosexual attraction is less interesting than same-gender attraction.


There is something so strange something so
However, there is an undeniable queer otherness to same-gender attraction that feels unique and fascinating.


Wonderfully deranged in a man desiring a man
The artist acknowledges that society may view same-gender desire as abnormal or insane, but celebrates that feeling anyway.


Or a woman desiring a woman
The artist also acknowledges and celebrates female same-gender attraction.


Men are usually fighting each other that's
The artist notes a common stereotype about masculine aggression and competitiveness.


Why I think it's so special when a man and
In light of this stereotype, the artist finds same-gender relationships to be especially noteworthy and heartening.


A man are in love It's so good It's so special
The artist concludes the song by affirming the profound emotional significance of same-gender love, and its power to transform lives for the better.


Now a man kissing a woman is a very
Physical intimacy between men and women is a familiar sight.


Common thing common but usually
Although common, these displays of affection are typically well-received and enjoyable.


Quite nice still there is something so fine
These romantic gestures are still beautiful in their own right.


Something so beautifully divine In a man
However, the artist feels that displays of affection between men hold a unique, almost sacred significance.


Kissing a man
The artist uses this final lyric to encapsulate the core message of the song: that same-gender love can be beautiful, divine, and worthy of celebration.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KEVIN BARNES

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