Snow Queen
Roger Nichols/Small Circle of Friends Lyrics
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From her throne she looks down at the clowns
Who think youth can be found in a fountain
High on the wings of her rhythm
She will smile at the guys who come on with their eyes
But she'll never dance with them.
And in smoke filled rooms of electric sound
A legend is built around the snow queen
But with her you will soon bite the dust
And discover you're just a beginner
You may not think you're a loser, but in midair
You'll be hung while you trip on your tongue
And it'll only amuse her
In the morning haze you are frozen there
Caught in the icy stare of the snow queen
No my friend, she doesn't want what you're selling
Go my friend, there must be a place you can hide
And into the night you'll fade, knowing
You lost the game and just how she got
Her name the snow queen
The lyrics of "Snow Queen" by Roger Nichols & The Small Circle of Friends paint a vivid picture of a beautiful and powerful woman who reigns from her throne high atop a snow-covered mountain. The Snow Queen is an enigmatic figure who is aware of her allure and controls the attention of those who try to win her favor. She is surrounded by men who are drawn to her beauty and charisma, but she remains aloof and unattainable. She is a legend, with tales of her powers and mysteries spreading through the smoke-filled rooms of electric sound.
The lyrics suggest that anyone who attempts to win the Snow Queen's favor is destined for disappointment and humiliation. The Snow Queen is not interested in those who believe that youth can be found in a fountain or those who think they are winners. She is unimpressed by those who try to impress her, and she takes pleasure in watching them fail. The Snow Queen is a symbol of the futility and transience of worldly pursuits, and those who seek her favor do so at their peril.
Overall, "Snow Queen" is a cautionary tale about the dangers of obsession and the inevitability of defeat. The Snow Queen represents an unattainable ideal, something that can never be achieved, but always pursued. The lyrics suggest that the pursuit of such an ideal is ultimately futile, and that it is better to find one's own place in the world than to chase after something that can never be caught.
Line by Line Meaning
High on a snow covered mountain
The Snow Queen resides in a castle atop a snowy mountain.
From her throne she looks down at the clowns
The Snow Queen observes and judges those who pursue her with amusement.
Who think youth can be found in a fountain
People who believe that eternal youth can be maintained through a magical fountain.
High on the wings of her rhythm
The Snow Queen remains confident, happy, and on top of everything that comes her way.
She will smile at the guys who come on with their eyes
The Snow Queen is flattered by the attention people pay her and is amused by their advances.
But she'll never dance with them.
The Snow Queen is unwilling to form close connections with others.
And in smoke filled rooms of electric sound
People talk and create myths about the Snow Queen in club environments.
A legend is built around the snow queen
The Snow Queen has become a mythical figure due to her allure and mystery.
You may believe you're a winner
Those who pursue the Snow Queen may believe they have a chance with her.
But with her you will soon bite the dust
However, those individuals will quickly fail because they cannot meet the Snow Queen's standards.
And discover you're just a beginner
Those who pursue the Snow Queen will realize that she is unattainable and that they lack experience.
You may not think you're a loser, but in midair
People may think they have a chance to win the Snow Queen's heart, but they are sadly mistaken.
You'll be hung while you trip on your tongue
They will stumble and make mistakes that will be used against them by the Snow Queen.
And it'll only amuse her
The Snow Queen is entertained by the attempts of others to win her affection and the failure that comes with it.
In the morning haze you are frozen there
Those who fail to win over the Snow Queen will be overwhelmed with disappointment and regret in the aftermath.
Caught in the icy stare of the snow queen
They are stuck in a state of shock by the Snow Queen's gaze.
No my friend, she doesn't want what you're selling
The Snow Queen is highly selective in the company she keeps, and is not interested in being pursued by the person speaking.
Go my friend, there must be a place you can hide
It is better to retreat and avoid the Snow Queen than be humiliated by her.
And into the night you'll fade, knowing
The person will leave, becoming resigned to the fact that the Snow Queen is unattainable.
You lost the game and just how she got
The person will admit defeat.
Her name the snow queen
The Snow Queen has become an almost mythical figure, revered for her beauty, mystery, and unattainability.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLE KING, GERRY GOFFIN
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