Dipped In Silver And Gold

MNDR “Faster Horses”

It didn’t occur to me until I paid closer attention that this song is being sung to an audience, and not to some romantic partner. But it works both ways – there are performative aspects to personal relationships, and romantic aspects to one’s connection to an audience, or lack thereof. “Faster Horses” is about frustration with someone else’s desires and expectations, and a fear that you’re not going to find the audience – or partner – you actually want, because they’re caught up in wish for “faster horses.” Despite this, the song sounds strong and confident – MNDR sings it with a tone of “you don’t judge me, I judge you,” and makes the whole situation seem like a challenge rather than a defeat.

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