Masquerade
Disco Ensemble Lyrics


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Meet you at the windmill
When the air goes blue
It's getting hard to stand still
Locust dancing shoes
(24:00) secret venue at sight
(24:00) youth against the sunrise
So after this night...
Take seven aspirins
And call me in the morning

Slapdash workday
Turns in to twilight zone
White russian stagedive
Labour stress outblown
Masquerade for the ashgray skin
Temporary one night fling

Take the first rounds
Everybody's here till the final whistle
Take the first drinks
Everybody's here till the final dance

Marauders lurk in the dark corners




Sleepwalkers and nightcrawlers
So let this map guide you safely home

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Disco Ensemble's song Masquerade depict a wild night out where you let go of all your inhibitions and live in the moment. The first verse paints the picture of a secretive gathering, where only those who are true to the cause are invited. The use of the word windmill gives a sense of being away from civilization, as if meeting in a remote location, and when the air goes blue it implies a sense of anticipation, waiting for something exciting to happen. The line "locust dancing shoes" further adds to the notion of letting go, as if you have to move your feet no matter what.


In the second verse, the singer refers to the aftermath of a difficult day, where one needs to unburden themselves from the stresses of life. The reference to "white russian stagedive" signifies a moment of recklessness and impulsivity, where one throws caution to the wind. The chorus emphasizes the transitory nature of the night, where everyone is here for a good time, but it will only last for one night.


The final verse gives a sense of danger lurking in the corners of the night. The reference to "marauders and nightcrawlers" creates an image of unsavory characters looking for opportunities to prey on the innocent. The last line warns the listener to take heed, to follow the map, and to find their way home safely.


Line by Line Meaning

Meet you at the windmill
Let's rendezvous at the windmill


When the air goes blue
When the atmosphere becomes tense


It's getting hard to stand still
Becoming difficult to stay calm


Locust dancing shoes
Shoes that make you dance wildly like locusts


(24:00) secret venue at sight
A secret location visible at midnight


(24:00) youth against the sunrise
The youth rebelling against the natural order of sunrise


So after this night...
After tonight passes...


Take seven aspirins
Take some aspirins


And call me in the morning
Contact me tomorrow


Slapdash workday
Hasty, careless workday


Turns into twilight zone
Becomes surreal or bizarre


White russian stagedive
A daring Russian dance move


Labour stress outblown
Work stress dissipates


Masquerade for the ashgray skin
A disguise for the tired and worn-out skin


Temporary one night fling
A short-term, one-night stand


Take the first rounds
Start drinking


Everybody's here till the final whistle
Everyone will be present until the end


Take the first drinks
Start drinking


Everybody's here till the final dance
Everyone will stay until the party ends


Marauders lurk in the dark corners
Dangerous people hide in the shadows


Sleepwalkers and nightcrawlers
People wandering around aimlessly at night


So let this map guide you safely home
Use this map to find your way back home safely




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