This Masquerade
George Benson(조지 벤슨) Lyrics


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Are we really happy here
With this lonely game we play
Looking for words to say
Searching but not finding understanding anywhere
We're lost in a masquerade

Both afraid to say we're just too far away
From being close together from the start
We tried to talk it over but the words got in the way
We're lost inside this lonely game we play

Thoughts of leaving disappear
Every time I see your eyes
No matter how hard I try




To understand the reasons that we carry on this way
We're lost in a masquerade

Overall Meaning

The song "This Masquerade" by George Benson depicts a lonely game played by two people who are afraid to say the truth about their feelings towards one another. The lyrics are full of thoughtful insights and introspection that unveil the pain and confusion of a relationship that has never come to fruition. The longings expressed by the singer seem to never be satisfied as he continues to search for understanding, only to find himself lost in a masquerade.


The opening line of the song "Are we really happy here" sets the tone for the rest of the song, implying that there is an underlying dissatisfaction with the current situation. It poses a rhetorical question that immediately calls into question the truthfulness of the interactions between the two people involved. As the song progresses, the singer admits that despite their attempts to talk things over and find a resolution, they are unable to communicate. The words they use fail them, and they find themselves lost in a game, which eventually becomes a masquerade.


The imagery used in the lyrics is evocative and powerful, creating an atmosphere of sadness and melancholy. The song is a testament to Benson's ability to express complex emotions through his lyrics and music.


Line by Line Meaning

Are we really happy here
Do we truly find happiness in this current situation


With this lonely game we play
We are participating in a game that causes us to feel isolated


Looking for words to say
We struggle to find the right words to express ourselves


Searching but not finding understanding anywhere
Despite our efforts, we can't seem to grasp a clear understanding of each other


We're lost in a masquerade
We're pretending to be something we're not, and it's causing us to feel lost


Both afraid to say we're just too far away
We're both scared to admit that we're too distant from each other


From being close together from the start
We were never truly close from the beginning


We tried to talk it over but the words got in the way
We attempted to have a discussion about our relationship, but our words hindered our communication


We're lost inside this lonely game we play
The game we play (pretending to feel differently) only causes us to feel more alone


Thoughts of leaving disappear
My desire to leave fades away


Every time I see your eyes
Whenever I look at you


No matter how hard I try
Despite my best efforts


To understand the reasons that we carry on this way
I can't comprehend why we're continuing to portray ourselves falsely


We're lost in a masquerade
We're still trapped in this game of pretending




Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: LEON RUSSELL

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