Montreal

The Weeknd · Trilogy [2012]

(Hook)

Laisse tomber les filles,

laisse tomber les filles,

un jours c'est toi qu'on laissera. (x2)

Oui j'ai pleuré mais ce jours là non je ne pleurerais pas, (x2)



Verse 1.

I guess you had no idea that you could of persuaded me,

that you could of had me doing anything you pleased,

Girl you should of took your time and thought of what to say to me,

cuz I'm not as hard as you make it seem to be.



Chorus

And it could of went so many ways,

so many ways it can go,

cuz aint nobody feels the way that I feel when I'm alone,

so if I said that I won't call

the lying comes natural to me

you probably could of had it all,

you could of been that lonelly start

if we just went out.



Verse 2

Happiness exists when you don't know a thing

so I hope you don't think this song is about you,

and only I can know how close you came

but baby i'm a pro at letting go,

I love it when they come and go.



Chorus.

Montreal

Montreal stands as a defining track within The Weeknd's early discography, appearing on the 2012 compilation album Trilogy. The song captures the atmospheric R&B and alternative pop sound that characterized his initial rise to prominence. Set against the backdrop of the city that shares its name, the recording explores themes of urban isolation and fleeting romance, hallmarks of Abel Tesfaye's introspective songwriting during this period. As part of the House of Balloons era, the track contributes to a cohesive body of work that redefined modern R&B with its moody production and haunting vocals. Montreal remains a significant song in his catalogue, reflecting the artistic maturity that would later propel him to global superstardom.