Love Always Remains

MGMT's 'Love Always Remains' is a contemplative exploration of love, memory, and the passage of time. The song opens with a yearning for a place 'somewhere out west,' a location that is more a feeling or a memory than a specific destination. This vagueness suggests a longing for a simpler, perhaps more innocent time, a common theme in MGMT's work. The imagery of trees, sand, and grass evokes a natural, almost idyllic setting, reinforcing the idea of a lost paradise that exists only in the past.

The lyrics also introduce a girl who is similarly searching for this elusive place. Her uncertainty about when she'll go or what she'll do mirrors the singer's own existential questions. This shared quest for meaning and belonging highlights the universal human experience of searching for something greater than oneself. The mention of being 'doomed' and questioning whether one is 'the first or the last' adds a layer of existential dread, suggesting that this search is both timeless and deeply personal.

The chorus shifts the focus to the present, where the ocean and sun serve as comforting constants in a world filled with fear and darkness. This juxtaposition of natural beauty against human anxiety underscores the song's central message: while the world may be uncertain and frightening, love remains a constant force. The final lines, 'If we hold the hand that raise the hand / And everyone can feel the hand / And nothing's gonna change,' suggest a collective effort to find solace and safety in love. Despite the changing times and the loss of innocence, love is portrayed as an enduring, unchanging force that offers comfort and hope.