the mountain

The Mountain

I took a trip to the mountains
I took a trip to the sea
I took a sip from the fountain
I took a pill to be free

And you can say it was drugs
You can say it was God
You can say it was aliens
You can say I’ve lost the plot

You can say I’m a dreamer
You can say I’m too far gone
But I saw something out there
So call it what you want

I spent a week in the jungle
Swore I came out a new man
Back to LA, I was humbled
Turns out I don’t understand

You can say it’s love
You can say it’s a cult
You can always blame the woman
It’s gotta be her fault

You can say I’m a dreamer
You can say I’m too far gone
But I feel something different
So call it what you want
Call it what you want

Some days I take things way too far
Some days I have a change of heart
So say what you need to say

You can say I’m too young
You can say I’m too old
You can say I like girls or boys
Whatever fits your mold

You can say I’m a dreamer
You can say I’m too far gone
But I’ve never been better
So call it what you want

Theme and Concept

The lyrics of “The Mountain” center on self-discovery, openness to new experiences, and defying labels. They depict a journey of exploring different perspectives, challenging societal norms, and embracing personal growth. The song highlights a sense of inner freedom and resilience, encouraging others to interpret the singer’s choices as they wish while he remains confident in his own path.

Shawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes, born on August 8, 1998, in Toronto, Canada, gained fame in 2013 by posting song covers on Vine. His debut EP, The Shawn Mendes EP (2014), hit No. 5 on the charts, followed by his first album, Handwritten,... Read more about Shawn Mendes

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