Masquerade
Woolf and the Wondershow Lyrics

Looking glass
We are reflected in the mirror, what we see is not necessarily our true selves

Denim dreams
We have hopes and dreams, but they may be insignificant or superficial

When there's love we run away
When love becomes too intense or too difficult, we avoid it and escape

Plastic smile
We put on a fake pleasant expression, hiding our true feelings or intentions

Tonic stare
We have a vacant or expressionless gaze, lacking emotion or interest

Such a lonely waltz
We move through life feeling isolated and disconnected from others, despite being surrounded by them

Mannequins and mirror balls
We are like lifeless figures on display, glimmering and reflecting what little light we have

He's too thin
He is physically and emotionally depleted, lacking substance or depth

She's too cool
She is detached and aloof, evading emotional vulnerability

We're in love we run away
We are in love but the intensity of the emotion scares us, causing us to withdraw

Never met
We are strangers, perhaps brought together by technology or social media

But we text
Despite not meeting, we communicate through digital means, which can be superficial or addicting

It's a masquerade
We are pretending to be something or someone we are not, behind a mask of beauty or confidence

We hide behind the pretty face
We present an attractive facade to the world, while concealing our vulnerabilities and insecurities

But underneath this leather
Beneath the tough exterior, there is something fragile and damaged

There's a broken heart
We have been hurt emotionally or psychologically, leaving our hearts shattered and wounded

Too afraid to fall apart
We fear losing control or breaking down completely, so we cling to our masks and defenses

And waste away
If we continue to deny or ignore our pain, we risk withering away and losing ourselves

Microscope and magazines
We scrutinize and compare ourselves to unrealistic or idealized standards in media and culture

Get too close
When someone tries to get too intimate or personal, we push them away or avoid them

We run away
We flee from situations or relationships that challenge our comfort zones or threaten our sense of control

Can't sit here
We feel restless or anxious, unable to stay in one place or moment for long

Red lipstick
We use cosmetic enhancements to improve our appearance or project a certain image

Upside down
We feel disoriented or confused, unsure of ourselves or our surroundings

Sleeping pill
We use substances or behaviors to numb our emotions or thoughts, avoiding our problems and pain

Fall asleep
We try to escape or avoid reality by mentally or physically shutting down

Résumés
We present our achievements or qualifications as proof of our worth or success to others

Ivy leagues
We aspire to be part of elite or prestigious groups or institutions

We're too good
We hold ourselves to high standards of perfection or excellence, which can be exhausting or self-defeating

I'll sew you back together
I will help you heal and recover from your pain or trauma, offering love and support

Until you're whole again
Until you can find a sense of completeness or satisfaction within yourself, rather than in others or external factors

There's something deep inside
There is an essential part of ourselves, a core identity or purpose, that we may have lost or forgotten

Waiting to glow again
Waiting to be reignited and shine brightly, like a flame that has been dimmed

And now and then
Sometimes, intermittently, we have moments of clarity or insight that remind us of our true selves

We change
We are constantly evolving and adapting, becoming new versions of ourselves over time

The world is frozen grey
The world can seem dull or colorless, and we may feel stuck or trapped in this bleakness

But let us share a dance
Let us find joy and connection with each other, despite the challenges and hardships of life

The symphony within our souls
The complexity and beauty of our inner selves, which can be expressed through art, music, and creativity

Give it a chance
Be open to the possibilities and potential of life, even when it seems daunting or uncertain

This is romance
This is not just about physical attraction or fleeting emotions, but about deep connection, understanding, and vulnerability

We're young and brave
We have the energy and courage to take risks, make mistakes, and learn from our experiences

So take your mask away
Remove your defenses and reveal your true self, trusting that you will be accepted and loved for who you are