Founded in late-2015, this Australian indie-rock ou… Read Full Bio ↴The Montreals //
Founded in late-2015, this Australian indie-rock outfit humbly went about forging an eclectic sound, splicing subtle jazz and Brit-rock influences over catchy guitar work and melodic vocals.
Their debut EP, 'Indigo Club' is due for release in late 2016. The record was tracked in Adelaide (Matt Hills), mixed by Magoo (The Jungle Giants, Art vs. Science) and mastered by Steve Smart of Studio 301 (British India, Vance Joy).
Just this year the band has caught support slots for the likes of Andy Bull, Last Dinosaurs and Hey Geronimo as well as performing on the YEWTH line-up alongside acts such as Montaigne and Tigertown.
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"This one is hitting the sweet spots of energy and hooks." - Dave Ruby Howe (Triple J Unearthed Music Director).
"These guys' sound is both charged with emotion, yet bouncy and polished enough to get seriously stuck in your head, we love it." - This is Radelaide
Wellesley
the montreals Lyrics
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No one seems to notice
Get me out of here
No one seems to notice
You're killing me
And not too fast and we've got to say hello
Say hello
And you keep it idle when it comes to you
And I will fall in lust
But I won't give honesty a word
We'll will fall in lust
But I won't give honesty a word
And not too fast and we've got to say hello
Say hello
And it's always vital
And you keep it idle when it comes to you
And will fall in lust
But I won't give honesty a word
We'll will fall in lust
But I won't give honesty a word
Get me out of here
No one seems to notice
Get me out of here
No one seems to notice
You're killing me
And not too fast and we got to say hello
Say hello
And it's always vital
And you keep it idle when it comes to you
And I will fall in lust
But I won't give honesty a word
We'll will fall in lust
But I won't give honesty a word
Maybe someday
You'll find your way back
You'll find your way back
And maybe someday
You'll find your way back
You'll find your way back
The Montreal's song "Wellesley" is about feeling trapped in a situation and wanting to escape. The repeated phrase "Get me out of here" emphasizes the urgency and desperation the singer is feeling. The repetition of "No one seems to notice" adds to the sense of isolation and helplessness. The line "You're killing me" suggests that whatever the situation is, it is having a negative impact on the singer's mental or emotional well-being.
The chorus, "And not too fast and we've got to say hello / Say hello / And it's always vital / And you keep it idle when it comes to you" is somewhat ambiguous in its meaning. It could be interpreted as a call to slow down and take time to connect with others, or it could be interpreted as frustration with the superficiality of social interactions. The line "And you keep it idle when it comes to you" could mean that the other person is disengaged or apathetic, adding to the singer's sense of isolation.
The verses repeat the sentiment that the singer is unwilling to be honest in a romantic relationship, despite feeling a strong physical attraction ("And I will fall in lust / But I won't give honesty a word / We'll will fall in lust / But I won't give honesty a word"). This could be interpreted as a defense mechanism to protect themselves from vulnerability or rejection.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of being stuck in a difficult situation and struggling to find a way out, while also grappling with the complexities of human connection and intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
Get me out of here
The singer wants to leave their current situation or feeling
No one seems to notice
The singer feels invisible or ignored by others
You're killing me
The situation or feeling is causing pain or harm to the singer
And not too fast and we've got to say hello
Say hello
The artist wants to take it slow and establish a connection with someone new
And it's always vital
And you keep it idle when it comes to you
It's important to be proactive in pursuing connections, but the artist notes that the person they want to connect with seems passive
And I will fall in lust
But I won't give honesty a word
We'll will fall in lust
But I won't give honesty a word
The singer is willing to engage in a physical relationship, but isn't ready to be emotionally vulnerable
Maybe someday
You'll find your way back
You'll find your way back
And maybe someday
You'll find your way back
You'll find your way back
The singer hopes that a lost connection can be reestablished in the future
Contributed by Ella H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.