The Show Must Go On
Queen Paul Rodgers Lyrics
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Abandoned places, I guess we know the score
On and on, does anybody know what we are looking for
Another hero, another mindless crime
Behind the curtain, in the pantomime
Hold the line, does anybody want to take it anymore
The show must go on
The show must go on, yeah
My make-up may be flaking
But my smile still stays on
Whatever happens, I'll leave it all to chance
Another heartache, another failed romance
On and on, does anybody know what we are living for?
I guess I'm learning (I'm learning learning learning)
I must be warmer now
I'll soon be turning (turning turning turning)
Round the corner now
Outside the dawn is breaking
But inside in the dark I'm aching to be free
The show must go on
The show must go on, yeah yeah
Ooh, inside my heart is breaking
My make-up may be flaking
But my smile still stays on
Yeah yeah, whoa wo oh oh
My soul is painted like the wings of butterflies
Fairy tales of yesterday will grow but never die
I can fly, my friends
The show must go on (go on, go on, go on) yeah yeah
The show must go on (go on, go on, go on)
I'll face it with a grin
I'm never giving in
On, with the show
Ooh, I'll top the bill, I'll overkill
I have to find the will to carry on
On with the show
On with the show
The show, the show must go on
Go on, go on, go on, go on, go on
Go on, go on, go on, go on, go on
Go on, go on, go on, go on, go on
Go on, go on, go on, go on, go on
Go on, go on
"The Show Must Go On" is a powerful and emotionally charged song by the legendary rock band, Queen, and features lead vocals from Paul Rodgers. The song speaks to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, even in the face of tragedy and adversity. The opening lines of the song - "Empty spaces, what are we living for? Abandoned places, I guess we know the score" - highlight the sense of emptiness and despair that can sometimes exist in people's lives. The repeated questioning of whether anyone knows what they are looking for or what they are living for reinforces this sentiment.
The chorus of the song, with the repeated refrain of "The show must go on", speaks to the idea that even in the face of great pain and struggle, life must go on. The line "Inside my heart is breaking, my make-up may be flaking, but my smile still stays on" reinforces the idea that people must keep going, even if they are struggling internally.
The song also speaks to the idea of being a performer and the need to keep up appearances, even when things are difficult. The line "My soul is painted like the wings of butterflies, fairy tales of yesterday will grow but never die" speaks to the idea of using art and performance to create a beautiful facade that can cover up the pain and difficulty that may exist behind the scenes.
Overall, "The Show Must Go On" is a powerful and emotionally charged song that speaks to the resilience and determination of the human spirit. It is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, people must keep moving forward and never give up.
Line by Line Meaning
Empty spaces, what are we living for
What is the purpose of our existence when we are surrounded by nothingness?
Abandoned places, I guess we know the score
We are living in a world that is crumbling, and we are aware of the harsh truths that come with that.
On and on, does anybody know what we are looking for
We continue to search for meaning and purpose, but we're not entirely sure what we're seeking.
Another hero, another mindless crime
Every time a tragedy occurs, there is another person who steps up to become the new 'hero'. However, the crimes themselves are senseless and avoidable.
Behind the curtain, in the pantomime
There is a theatrical display that creates a facade. The truth lies behind the scenes, hidden from view.
Hold the line, does anybody want to take it anymore
Are we willing to continue to put up with everything we're facing or have we had enough?
The show must go on
Despite all of the challenges faced, the production must continue on without disruption.
Inside my heart is breaking
Emotional turmoil is causing me distress on the inside.
My make-up may be flaking
Even though there are physical signs of wear and tear, I still have to maintain the facade.
But my smile still stays on
Despite everything going on, I am still able to fake a smile.
Whatever happens, I'll leave it all to chance
No matter what occurs in life, I will accept it and let fate take its course.
Another heartache, another failed romance
I am experiencing yet another painful breakup or romantic failure.
I guess I'm learning (I'm learning learning learning)
I am constantly gaining new insights and knowledge through my experiences.
I must be warmer now
It's time for me to open myself up to others and show compassion.
I'll soon be turning (turning turning turning) round the corner now
Things will soon take a turn for the better and I'll be able to leave my troubles behind.
Outside the dawn is breaking
A new day is beginning and there is the hope of a fresh start.
But inside in the dark I'm aching to be free
Emotionally, I am still struggling and I wish I could break free from the pain.
Ooh, inside my heart is breaking
I am still experiencing emotional turmoil, to the point of feeling physical pain.
Yeah yeah, whoa wo oh oh
Expressing the emotion and intensity of the pain felt.
My soul is painted like the wings of butterflies
My spirit is marked by beauty, just like the wings of butterflies.
Fairy tales of yesterday will grow but never die
The stories of the past will always be remembered and retold, never truly forgotten.
I can fly, my friends
I am capable of soaring to great heights without any limitations.
I'll face it with a grin
I will meet challenges with a positive attitude and perseverance.
I'm never giving in
I will never surrender or give up, no matter how difficult things become.
Ooh, I'll top the bill, I'll overkill
I am going to leave everything on the stage and give my all to deliver an unforgettable performance.
I have to find the will to carry on
I must summon the strength to keep going, no matter what obstacles are put in my way.
The show, the show must go on
The performance is a must and needs to happen, no matter the cost.
Go on, go on, go on, go on, go on
Repeating the phrase to emphasize the importance of continuing despite adversity.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN MAY, FREDDIE MERCURY, JOHN DEACON, ROGER TAYLOR
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@sebeqxxl1867
Freddie was Freddie. Paul is Paul. It's a pleasure to listen them both.
@minicoopertrooper5643
Paul Rogers was a really good singer with queen. Way better than Adam Lambert but Adam is still amazing but Paul is better. You know what i mean.
@Jade-hf5hz
Adam is Adam too
@user-ng7ms9ts8j
Freddie's song reminds me his last will and Paul's gives me powerful energy.
@sampocock2765
@@scottp5803 100%
@timothyarnold9350
Incredible performance. Thank you Paul for keeping Freddies music alive.
@frozencons
Paul is a total badass. Every note is delivered with incredible pitch, control and feeling. I'm floored.
@ninkaraven4237
The damn Master, always.
@iamcasihart
Paul Rodgers has SOUL!!! His voice is quite remarkable. Of course, nothing is better than Freddie Mercury on the original recording of this most powerful song...but, Rodgers is a true pleasure to hear. This performance really moves me to tears. Beautiful!
@urszulaszmajduch
Nie da się o Nich zapomnieć ,nie słuchać ,diamenty muzyczne i tak pozostanę wierną QUEENOWI ,