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On the Stage
[unknown] Lyrics
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In a cauldron of crime
Did she want him or want to be him?
And did she smoke a cigarette in the dark?
Actor, but never for stage or screen
Acting like you've never seen
Did she want me or want to be me
And did she smoke a cigarette in the dark?
Actor, but never for stage or screen
Acting like you've never seen
La la la
Actor, but never for stage or screen
Acting like you've never seen
The lyrics in [unknown]'s song "On the Stage" are a contemplation on identity, desire and the blurred lines between them. The repetition of the phrase "Actor, but never for stage or screen" could be interpreted as a yearning for a performative identity or a sense of being seen and recognized. The metaphor of a "cauldron of crime" suggests a darker, perhaps more dangerous world that the singer or protagonist is involved in. The use of the third person "she" in the first two stanzas hints at a person who may be either a love interest or a rival. This ambiguity is further explored in the third stanza when the focus shifts to the singer or protagonist themselves. The line "Every cell of hers more alive and bright than mine" suggests a sense of inadequacy or envy towards this other person. It could also be read as a yearning for a more vibrant and authentic self.
The overall mood of the song is one of introspection and questioning. There is a sense of longing and yearning, but also a sense of uncertainty and confusion. The repeated phrase "La la la" in the final stanza adds to the dreamy, almost surreal quality of the song. It could be interpreted as a way of shrugging off the weight of existential questions and embracing the present moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Actor, but never for stage or screen
She portrays a façade of someone else, but never for the purpose of entertaining or performing in front of an audience.
In a cauldron of crime
She finds herself engulfed in a situation that is dark and chaotic, filled with immoral activities.
Did she want him or want to be him?
She has strong feelings towards him, but it's unclear if she desires to be in a relationship with him or simply be like him.
And did she smoke a cigarette in the dark?
It's uncertain if she was smoking a cigarette in the darkness or if there is an underlying meaning, such as keeping secrets or being discreet.
Every cell of hers more alive and bright than mine
She exudes energy, vibrancy, and liveliness that surpasses mine in every way possible.
Did she want me or want to be me
She displays affection towards me, but it's ambiguous whether she desires a romantic relationship with me or simply yearns to be in my position.
La la la
This refrain does not have a specific meaning, but rather serves as a filler between the verses.
Actor, but never for stage or screen
She puts on a act or persona, but not with the intention of performing for any audience.
Acting like you’ve never seen
Her acting is unconventional, and she portrays a character that is unlike anything you have ever witnessed before.
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: RUBAN NIELSON, KODY NIELSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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