Salome
Circus of Fools Lyrics
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They never shared
Always took you for granted
You′re invisible
You're miserable
Loneliness was implanted
Young woman
And the loneliness was gone
They wanted you
They needed you
You are their black swan
You are their red dawn
So childish and lascivious
So seductive but ingenuous
Please darling, please
Don′t relinquish your last veil
You're dancing with the devil salomé!
You: proximity
They: promiscuity
Innocence is an ambivalent word
They would kill
And lose their will
For you they raise their sword
For you good and bad are blurred
So childish and lascivious
So seductive but ingenuous
Please darling, please
Don't relinquish your last veil
You′re dancing with the devil salomé!
The lyrics of Circus of Fools' song "Salomé" depict a story of a young girl who was never cared for or acknowledged by others. She felt invisible and miserable, as if her loneliness was intentionally imposed upon her. However, as she grew into a young woman, the loneliness vanished, and those who had previously disregarded her suddenly wanted and needed her. She became their mysterious and alluring figure, their black swan and red dawn.
The song explores the contrast between the girl's initial invisibility and the sudden prominence she gains. It describes her as both childish and lascivious, seductive yet ingenuous. The lyrics beg her not to surrender her last veil as she dances with the devil, symbolizing a warning against relinquishing her true self and becoming consumed by the attention and desires of others.
The second verse emphasizes the conflicting nature of innocence. The individuals who once disregarded her are now willing to harm and sacrifice for her, blurring the lines between good and bad in their pursuit of her. The lyrics again urge her not to give in to these temptations and to maintain her integrity.
Overall, "Salomé" explores themes of identity, loneliness, and the dangers of succumbing to the desires of others. It serves as a cautionary tale about the potential consequences of losing oneself in the pursuit of validation and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
They never cared,
They were indifferent and apathetic towards you
They never shared
They never included you or shared with you
Always took you for granted
They never appreciated or valued you
You're invisible
You were unnoticed and ignored
You're miserable
You were unhappy and sorrowful
Loneliness was implanted
Feelings of isolation and solitude were deeply ingrained in you
Girl became soon
You quickly transitioned into a young woman
Young woman
You reached a stage of maturity and adulthood
And the loneliness was gone
The sense of isolation disappeared
They wanted you
They desired you
They needed you
They relied on you
You are their black swan
You are their rare and unique presence
You are their red dawn
You bring about a significant change or awakening in them
So childish and lascivious
You possess both innocence and sensuality, which is contradictory
So seductive but ingenuous
You are alluring yet naive
Please darling, please
A plea for you to consider
Don't relinquish your last veil
Don't give up your final protection or concealment
You're dancing with the devil Salomé!
You're engaging in dangerous and reckless behavior
You: proximity
Your presence or closeness
They: promiscuity
Their inclination for casual sexual encounters
Innocence is an ambivalent word
The concept of innocence carries both positive and negative connotations
They would kill
They would do anything, even harm others
And lose their will
And lose their self-control or determination
For you they raise their sword
They are willing to fight or take risks for you
For you good and bad are blurred
Your perception of right and wrong is unclear or distorted
Please darling, please
A plea for you to consider
Don't relinquish your last veil
Don't give up your final protection or concealment
You're dancing with the devil Salomé!
You're engaging in dangerous and reckless behavior
Writer(s): Tim Strouken
Contributed by Alexis F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.