"Swipe" mediates the emotional landscapes we traverse in digital romance. From the tenderness and thrill of early connections to the exhaustion and sense of something missing that follows, Mont's lyrics reflect the reality of dating in 2019. The song drifts seamlessly from one extreme to the next, from intimate to lustful, all with a fluidity that's trance-like.
The magic of "Swipe" is in its form. With mixed-meter timing and seamless transitions, the song plays like a constantly shifting adventure, analogizing the process of digital dating. It gets at the frenetic, at times disorienting experience of the Internet game, but also the contemplative yearning of time spent looking inward. Mont infuses this with punk, trip-hop, and reggae undertones, which results in much of the sound of a melting pot that feels fresh and exciting.
Influenced by life in South East London, Cambridge, Hong Kong, and Mangalore, Mont's music is as mixed and varied as the vast places that form it. "Swipe" is no exception. The track's production touches and analog warmth give a rawness that feels real and relatable for anyone who knows the battle lines of modern love in the digital era.
For everyone whose heart soars and dips while swiping through a dating app, "Swipe" by Mont is the soundtrack for you. With an irresistible groove and thought-provoking lyrics, it has this push-and-pull between being equally intoxicating and exhausting, reflecting the digital age's impact on our relationships.
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