Carnival
Dawg-e-slaughter Lyrics
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Diminish, a carnival of sorts
Chronic town, poster torn, reaping wheel
Stranger, stranger to these parts
Gentlemen don't get caught, cages under cage
Gentlemen don't get caught
Box cars are pulling out of town
Box cars are pulling out of town
There's a secret, stigma, reaping wheel
Diminish, a carnival of sorts
Chronic town, poster torn, reaping wheel
Stranger, stranger
Gentlemen don't get caught, cages under cage
Gentlemen don't get caught
Box cars are pulling out of town
Box cars are pulling out of town
Box cars are pulling out of town
Cages under, cages under, cages under cage
Cages under, cages under, cages under cage
Gentlemen don't get caught, cages under cage
Gentlemen don't get caught
Box cars are pulling out of town
Box cars are pulling out of town
Box cars are pulling out of town
There's a secret, stigma, reaping wheel
Stranger, stranger to these parts
Chronic town, poster torn, reaping wheel
Diminish, stranger
Gentlemen don't get caught, cages under cage
Gentlemen don't get caught
Box cars are pulling out of town
Box cars are pulling out of town
Box cars are pulling out of town
Boxcars are pulling, carnival of sorts
Out of town, out of town
The lyrics of Dawg-e-Slaughter's song "Carnival" suggest a sense of danger and secrecy that pervades an unknown place. The repeated mention of cages and box cars leaving town suggests a kind of imprisonment or escape, and the refrain of "Gentlemen don't get caught" heightens the sense of risk. The line "Chronic town, poster torn, reaping wheel" suggests a place that has been run down and forgotten, and the "reaping wheel" hints at a darker purpose or motivation behind this carnival or gathering.
The use of the term "stigma" also adds to the sense of something being hidden or shrouded in shame or secrecy. Overall, the song creates a sense of tension and unease, with more questions raised than answered. Who are the "gentlemen" being warned about, and why are they at risk? What is the purpose of the reaping wheel, and why is it linked to this carnival or gathering? The song leaves much to the imagination, and invites the listener to draw their own conclusions about the meaning behind the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a secret, stigma, reaping wheel
Something hidden and shameful is taking place and causing destruction.
Diminish, a carnival of sorts
The situation is deteriorating while appearing festive on the surface.
Chronic town, poster torn, reaping wheel
The pervasive problem affects the whole town and is visible in damaged posters and the destructive reaping wheel.
Stranger, stranger to these parts
There is a disconnection and unfamiliarity with the place where this is happening.
Gentlemen don't get caught, cages under cage
The livelihoods and freedom of the elite are protected at the expense of others who are trapped.
Box cars are pulling out of town
The situation is causing people to flee, likely in fear or desperation.
Cages under, cages under, cages under cage
There is layer upon layer of oppression.
There's a secret, stigma, reaping wheel
The destructive situation is again referenced, highlighting its importance.
Diminish, a carnival of sorts
The situation is still deteriorating, and still being disguised as something fun and harmless.
Chronic town, poster torn, reaping wheel
The destructive problem persists and is visible in broken-down posters and the cruel reaping wheel.
Gentlemen don't get caught, cages under cage
The elite are still protected from the consequences, while those without power remain trapped.
Box cars are pulling out of town
The desperate exodus continues.
Boxcars are pulling, carnival of sorts
The carefree, illusionary masquerade is still ongoing, even as the situation gets worse.
Out of town, out of town
The situation is driving people to leave at any cost.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Michael Mills, Michael Stipe
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