Pied Piper
Cher Lyrics

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You with your masquerading
And you always contemplating what to do
To get happiness around you
Can't you see that it's all around you
So follow me

[Chorus:]
Yeah come on babe

Follow me
I'm the pied piper
Follow me
I'm the pied piper
And I'll show you
Where it's at
Come on babe
Can't you see
I'm the pied piper
Trust in me
I'm the pied piper
And I'll show you
Where life is at

Girl don't be scared to move
Hey babe what are you trying to prove
It ain't true that your life
Has tricked you with your mind
And that's all that's tricking you
So follow in line

[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Cher's "Pied Piper" are encouraging the listener to follow her and trust in her to show them where true happiness lies. The opening lyrics call out someone who is always thinking and planning but can't seem to find happiness. Cher invites them to follow her, assuring them that happiness is all around and she knows where to find it. The chorus repeats this theme, with Cher identifying herself as the pied piper who can show the way. She appeals to the listener's sense of adventure, urging them to come along with her and trust her to lead them to a fulfilling life.

Line by Line Meaning

You with your masquerading
You're pretending to be someone you're not

And you always contemplating what to do
You're constantly thinking about what you should do

To get happiness around you
You're trying to find happiness around you

Can't you see that it's all around you
Happiness is already within reach, you just need to see it

So follow me
Trust in me and I'll show you the way

Yeah come on babe
Encouragement to join in

I'm the pied piper
I'm the guide to lead you to happiness

And I'll show you where it's at
I'll show you where happiness can be found

Can't you see
Can't you see the path to happiness

Trust in me
Believe in me and I'll lead the way

Girl don't be scared to move
Don't be afraid to take a step forward