Discover the story of the song > Mansions – Matt Champion

The protagonist is dreaming of a famous love and feeling out of place in their current surroundings. They drive to their partner's mansion, where they feel they can be themselves, as the protagonist is too "dirty" for their regular neighborhood and their partner is too "clean." They are glad they are not alone and that their partner is not at home. The protagonist also mentions receiving many calls and going on many walks, but feeling a sense of emptiness. They mention their partner's childhood home and driving in the dark. The protagonist also refers to their partner's weekend activities, with girls coming over, and they are called up to meet their partner in the hills. Overall, the protagonist is grateful for the companionship and the escape from their ordinary life.