The Party
Lasse Färnlöf and his Orchestra Lyrics

The lyrics of Lasse Färnlöf and his Orchestra's song "The Party" presents a quite melancholic tone. Throughout the song, the singer talks about how the party is over and that it is time to wind up the masquerade. The first few lines "The party's over, it's time to call it a day, They've burst your pretty balloon, And taken the moon away," indicate that the party is no longer happening, and something has happened to ruin the fun. The use of the metaphorical "burst your pretty balloon" and "taken the moon away" suggest that something essential has been taken away. The lyrics proceed to say that it is time to wind up the masquerade and that the piper must be paid - this phrase suggests that someone must take responsibility for what has happened and put an end to the party.

The second stanza continues with a similar melancholic tone. The candles flicker and dim, and it's time to wake up from the dreams and take off the makeup. All dreams must end, and it's time to face reality. The use of the phrase "all dreams must end" contrasts with the party's previous themes of escaping reality and being carefree. The line "It seemed to be right just being with him" implies a romantic relationship that might be ending, adding another layer of sadness to the lyrics. The last few lines bring the song to a close, continuously repeating, "It's all over, my friend," suggesting that the party and whatever it stood for is all over, and the singer must face the reality.