Distractions
Bobby Darin Lyrics


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The party's over, it's time to call it a day
They've burst your pretty balloon
And taken the moon away
It's time to wind up the masquerade
Just make your mind up
The piper must be paid

The party's over, the candles flicker and dim
You danced and dreamed through the night
It seemed to be right just being with him
Now you must wake up, all dreams must end
Take off your makeup, the party's over
It's all over, my friend

The party's over, it's time to call it a day
They've burst your pretty balloon
And taken the moon away
Now you must wake up, all dreams must end
Take off your makeup, the party's over
It's all over, my friend





It's all over, my friend

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of “Distractions” by Bobby Darin are a poignant commentary on the fleeting nature of happiness and the inevitability of disappointment. The first verse sets the stage with the imagery of a deflated balloon and a missing moon, both symbols of lost innocence and wonder. The line "Just make your mind up, the piper must be paid" refers to the consequences of indulging in fleeting pleasures - eventually, someone has to pay the price. In the second verse, the party is finally over, and the candles flicker and dim, signaling the end of a night filled with dancing and dreams. The singer must now face the hard truth that all good things must come to an end, and it is time to face the reality of the situation. The last line, "It's all over, my friend", is a dramatic reminder that the singer is not alone in their disappointment and that everyone must face the same harsh reality.


The lyrics of “Distractions” are simple yet profound, and they speak to the universal human experience of joy followed by pain. The song is a commentary on the fragility of happiness and the inevitability of loss, and it speaks to the delicate balance between living in the moment and thinking about the future. The theme of the song is one that has been explored by countless artists throughout history, and it remains as relevant today as it did when Bobby Darin first wrote and performed it.


Line by Line Meaning

The party's over, it's time to call it a day
It's time to wrap up the celebration and head home for the night


They've burst your pretty balloon
Your hopes and expectations have been dashed


And taken the moon away
Everything beautiful and magical has disappeared, leaving only stark reality


It's time to wind up the masquerade
It's time to remove the false fronts and reveal your true self


Just make your mind up
You need to make a decision and stick to it


The piper must be paid
There are always consequences for your actions, and you must face them


The party's over, the candles flicker and dim
The excitement and energy have faded, leaving only a melancholy atmosphere


You danced and dreamed through the night
You got caught up in the moment and lost touch with reality


It seemed to be right just being with him
You were convinced that being with someone else was the answer to your problems


Now you must wake up, all dreams must end
You have to face the reality of your situation and let go of your fantasies


Take off your makeup, the party's over
It's time to stop pretending and reveal your true self to the world


It's all over, my friend
The dream is over, and there's no going back




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ADOLPH GREEN, BETTY COMDEN, JULE STYNE

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Daniel


on Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home

One heck of a entertainer. A life cut way to soon. RIP Mr. Darin. Remember one thing he was one of the first Emmy winners, in the late 50s. When the emmys started.

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