Masquerade
Andy & the BigFunk Lyrics
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Your soul twisted and hardened
Writhing and flailing
Crocodile tears so sublime
A performance of a lifetime
Fake wounded dove
Heart's cold as the moon above
To prey on the kindness of others
Poisoning friends and lovers
Wallow in a self-pitying shell
Sucking the lifeblood, leaving permanent marks
With claws that will drag me to hell
Swallowed into your energy well
Flourish in madness to harvest the sadness
Of everyone under your spell
Tangled in webs of manipulation
Corrupt
Fake wounded dove
Heart's cold as the moon above
Feeding me lies
To prey on the kindness of others
Poisoning friends and lovers
Take all that's left of us
Marked for death, solace
Severing ties
Obscuring the truth in your facade
Reveling in the applause
(Alone in this world
Nothing to fill that gaping hole in your self worth
Hollow, starved for affection
Wallow in your reflection
No home, no return
Rotting away, you've lost control
There's no answer
Sorrow, casting the first stone
Swallowed into the unknown
Now I can finally see that your heart is empty)
Tree of knowledge
Bearing the weight of the world
We learn to forget
As we burn and regret
In this never-ending cycle of life and death
I am a soul denied
Searching for a place to die
Still waters turn foul
Stagnation leads to decay
The graceless gods
Rotten to the core
Eating each other
Forevermore
We learn to forget
As we burn and regret
In this never-ending cycle of life and death
We are the souls denied
Searching for a place to die
(Place to die)
The lyrics of "Masquerade" by Andy & the BigFunk delve into themes of deception, manipulation, and the cycle of life and death. The song describes a person who hides their true nature beneath a facade, comparing them to a dead garden, twisted and hardened. This individual is skilled at feigning vulnerability, shedding crocodile tears to manipulate others, showcasing a performance of a lifetime.
The lyrics describe this person as a "fake wounded dove," with a heart as cold as the moon above. They use lies to prey on the kindness of others, poisoning both friends and lovers. The singer emphasizes the destructive nature of this individual, describing them as wallowing in a self-pitying shell, sucking the lifeblood out of those around them and leaving permanent scars. The person's claws are compared to those of a predator, suggesting they will drag the singer to hell, demonstrating their power to consume others.
The song also portrays the individual as skilled in manipulation, weaving intricate webs of deceit. They corrupt those around them, twisting the truth to fit their agenda. The lyrics repeat the description of the "fake wounded dove," reinforcing their cold-heartedness and the harm they inflict on others. The person is portrayed as taking everything that is left of the singer, marking them for death and severing ties, all while concealing their true intentions behind a false facade. They revel in the admiration and applause they receive for their deceitful acts.
In the third paragraph, the lyrics delve into the individual's inner emptiness and the consequences of their actions. They are described as having a gaping hole in their self-worth, leading them to wallow in their own reflection. The person is portrayed as lonely and without a home, lost in their rotting state and lacking control. The singer mentions that there is no answer to their sorrow, indicating that the person's actions are ultimately futile and destructive. Finally, they are swallowed into the unknown, revealing their intrinsic emptiness.
The last paragraph shifts to a broader perspective, using symbolism to explore the human condition and the never-ending cycle of life and death. The lyrics reference the tree of knowledge, which bears the weight of the world, suggesting that as humans, we acquire knowledge but often forget it. The cycle of life and death is described as a never-ending cycle of burning and regretting, where souls are denied a sense of purpose and are left searching for a place to die. The final lines express the idea that even the gods, representing those in positions of power, are rotten to the core and consume each other, perpetuating this cycle.
Overall, "Masquerade" delves into the dark aspects of human nature and the consequences of deception and manipulation. It explores the emptiness and harm caused by living behind false facades, highlighting the destructive effects on both individuals and society as a whole. The song ultimately suggests that true fulfillment and understanding can only be found by embracing one's true self and breaking free from the cycle of deceit and manipulation.
Line by Line Meaning
Beneath a dead garden
In a lifeless and barren environment
Your soul twisted and hardened
Your inner self has become distorted and hardened
Writhing and flailing
Struggling and desperately trying to escape
Crocodile tears so sublime
Fake tears that seem genuine and deeply emotional
A performance of a lifetime
A act put on to deceive others, surpassing all previous acts
Fake wounded dove
Portraying oneself as a vulnerable and hurt individual
Heart's cold as the moon above
Having a heart that is as cold and emotionless as the moon
Feeding me lies
Deceiving and manipulating me with falsehoods
To prey on the kindness of others
Taking advantage of the goodwill and compassion of others
Poisoning friends and lovers
Corrupting and harming the relationships with friends and romantic partners
Wallow in a self-pitying shell
Indulging in a self-centered state of feeling sorry for oneself
Sucking the lifeblood, leaving permanent marks
Draining the energy and vitality of others, causing lasting harm
With claws that will drag me to hell
Using manipulative tactics that will ultimately lead to my downfall
Swallowed into your energy well
Being consumed by your negative and toxic aura
Flourish in madness to harvest the sadness
Thriving on chaos and using the resulting sadness to your advantage
Of everyone under your spell
Manipulating and controlling everyone who is influenced by you
Tangled in webs of manipulation
Caught in a complex network of deceit and control
Corrupt
Morally decayed and irreversibly tainted
Take all that's left of us
Claiming and exploiting whatever remains of our relationship
Marked for death, solace
Destined for destruction, finding comfort in it
Severing ties
Cutting off all connections and relationships
Obscuring the truth in your facade
Hiding the reality of your true self behind a deceptive mask
Reveling in the applause
Taking pleasure in the admiration and praise received
(Alone in this world
Feeling isolated and abandoned in this existence
Nothing to fill that gaping hole in your self worth
Lacking anything to fill the emptiness within oneself
Hollow, starved for affection
Emotionally empty and deprived of love and care
Wallow in your reflection
Indulge in self-pity and continuously focus on your own image
No home, no return
Having no sense of belonging or possibility of going back
Rotting away, you've lost control
Decaying and deteriorating as you have lost all power and authority
There's no answer
No solution or resolution can be found
Sorrow, casting the first stone
Expressing sorrow and suffering before blaming others
Swallowed into the unknown
Being consumed by the unfamiliar and uncertain
Now I can finally see that your heart is empty
I have come to realize that you lack any genuine emotions or care
Tree of knowledge
Symbolizing the accumulated wisdom and understanding of the world
Bearing the weight of the world
Carrying the burdens and responsibilities of humanity
We learn to forget
Gradually erasing memories and experiences from our minds
As we burn and regret
Experiencing intense pain and remorse
In this never-ending cycle of life and death
Within the continuous loop of birth and demise
I am a soul denied
I am a spirit that is refused or prohibited
Searching for a place to die
Seeking a location to end one's existence
Still waters turn foul
Calm and peaceful situations become corrupted and rotten
Stagnation leads to decay
A lack of progress and growth results in gradual deterioration
The graceless gods
Deities lacking elegance or poise
Rotten to the core
Completely corrupt and devoid of goodness
Eating each other
Engaging in destructive behavior towards one another
Forevermore
Continually and eternally
We are the souls denied
We are the spirits that are rejected or denied
Searching for a place to die (Place to die)
Seeking a place to end our lives
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Andy Cizek, Calle Thomer, Chris Turner, Ryo Kinoshita, Nik Nocturnal
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