Theme
M.A.S.K Lyrics
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I leave the house at 10:15
I parked my car directly in front of the gate
This is my kinda scene
The food stalls are open but empty
The show performers are phoning it in
But the lines are shorter than they normally are
Let the fun begin
My favorite ride is closed for repairs
Going to a theme park on a Wednesday
The Tilt-a-whirl has empty chairs
All the B-list mascots are greeting guests
Whatever guests there are to meet
I got myself a picture with Snoopy’s cousin’s roommate's former mailman, Pete
The carousel horses called in sick
Now it’s just a spinning tent
That minor oddity won’t stop my fun
Finite-time on Earth well spent
Going to a theme park on a Wednesday
My favorite ride is closed for repairs
Going to a theme park on a Wednesday
The Ferris wheel has empty chairs
The food stalls are open but empty
The show performers are phoning it in
But the lines are shorter than they normally are
Let the fun begin
Going to a theme park on a Wednesday
My favorite ride is closed for repairs
Going to a theme park on a Wednesday
The tilt-a-whirl has empty chairs
Going to a theme park on a Wednesday
My favorite ride is closed for repairs
Going to a theme park on a Wednesday
The kiddie rides have empty chairs
We’re fading out
We’re fading out
You know we're fading out
We're fading out
The lyrics of M.A.S.K.'s song "Theme" describe a trip to a theme park on a Wednesday, a day that is traditionally quieter with shorter lines and fewer visitors. Despite the lack of excitement and the closure of their favorite ride, the singer still finds enjoyment in the minor oddities, taking pictures with B-list mascots and enjoying the carousel-turned-spinning tent. The repeated refrain, "Going to a theme park on a Wednesday," reinforces the mundanity of the situation, but the singer seems content with making the most of their limited time on Earth.
The song captures the bittersweet feeling of nostalgia and the fleeting nature of enjoyment. The singer seems to be aware that the experience is not as thrilling as it once was, but still finds joy in the simplicity and quirks of the park. By focusing on the small details, the singer finds meaning and satisfaction in an otherwise unremarkable trip.
Overall, "Theme" is a relatable anthem for anyone who has grown up visiting theme parks and recognizing the signs of a slow day. The song captures the unique feeling of being simultaneously bored and content, and the resignation that sometimes comes with growing older.
Line by Line Meaning
It’s cloudy with the ever so slight chance of rain
The weather is overcast with a slight possibility of rain, which is a small concern.
I leave the house at 10:15
The person left home at a specific time of the day.
I parked my car directly in front of the gate
The person parked into a spot right in front of the entrance doors.
This is my kinda scene
The person enjoys the environment they are in.
The food stalls are open but empty
The food stands are operative but with no customers.
The show performers are phoning it in
The performers are putting in less effort than usual, resulting in an unsatisfactory performance.
But the lines are shorter than they normally are
Despite the performers' subpar effort, the wait times for rides are short.
Let the fun begin
The person is optimistic about having a good time at the theme park despite the setbacks.
Going to a theme park on a Wednesday
The person decided to visit the theme park on a weekday, specifically Wednesday.
My favorite ride is closed for repairs
The ride the person likes the most is unavailable as it's under maintenance work.
The Tilt-a-whirl has empty chairs
The Tilt-A-Whirl ride has no riders currently occupying the seats.
All the B-list mascots are greeting guests
All the mascots that are not as popular or well-known as others are entertaining the visitors.
Whatever guests there are to meet
There are not many guests to greet since it's a slow day.
I got myself a picture with Snoopy’s cousin’s roommate's former mailman, Pete
The person got a photo taken with a character that's not very famous.
The carousel horses called in sick
The fake horses on the carousel ride are not functioning properly.
Now it’s just a spinning tent
The carousel has now turned into a tent-like structure that doesn't resemble a carousel at all.
That minor oddity won’t stop my fun
Despite the carousel's malfunction, the person's enjoyment won't decrease.
Finite-time on Earth well spent
The person is satisfied with their time spent at the theme park, knowing life is finite.
The Ferris wheel has empty chairs
The Ferris wheel ride has no one riding in the seats.
The kiddie rides have empty chairs
The rides meant for children do not have any kids occupying the seats.
We’re fading out
The song is coming to an end.
You know we're fading out
The song is ending and the listener should acknowledge it.
We're fading out
The song is concluding.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Dillon Mee-Lee
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