The Carousel
Unveiling Life's Carousel: A Poetic Journey of Wishes and Chains
Lyrics
I'm a horse on a carousel
I feel like a participant in a repetitive and predictable cycle, much like a horse on a carousel.
Plaster mask but who can tell
Despite my outward appearance, it's challenging for others to discern my true emotions or identity.
Angels in heaven and devils in hell
The contrasting elements of good (angels in heaven) and evil (devils in hell) coexist in my experience.
When the children have had their ride
Once the children have enjoyed their time, they can move on, but I am compelled to stay in this repetitive cycle.
They can go, but I must bide
While others can leave, I am obliged to remain, seemingly elevated and exposed with no escape.
Up on a pedestal, nowhere to hide
Being on a pedestal, I have nowhere to hide, and my actions are constantly observed.
Watch me 'round and 'round
Observing me as I go in circles repeatedly.
Flying horses they are just
Comparing flying horses to little girls who dream excessively of being loved when they grow up.
Little girls who wish too much
Suggesting that these dreams may be unrealistic or unattainable.
To be loved when they grow up
The desire for love and attention persists as they age.
Watch me 'round and 'round
Continuing to emphasize the circular nature of the situation.
Merry-go-rounds they are merry for those
Merry-go-rounds are enjoyable for those who can come and go freely.
Who are free to come and go
I am stuck and anchored to the show, unable to experience the same freedom.
I'm bolted down to the merriment show
Highlighting the confinement to the repetitive and seemingly joyous spectacle.
Watch me 'round and 'round
Reiterating the act of being observed while going in circles.
My prayers were answered the same way I'd planned
Expressing that prayers or desires have been fulfilled as expected.
I got my status there's nowhere to stand
Despite achieving a certain status, there is no stable ground to stand on.
I've got my wings, now there's nowhere to land
Having metaphorical wings but lacking a place to land or find stability.
Watch me 'round and 'round
Continuing to be observed while in a state of continuous motion.
Wished I may, and wished I might
Expressing hopes and desires, but uncertain about their realization.
Wished my fun could last all night
Wishing for enjoyment that lasts throughout the night.
Chains of tinsel caught me tight
Feeling restricted or constrained by superficial and glittering chains.
Watch me 'round and 'round
Re-emphasizing the circular and constrained nature of the situation.
When the children have had their ride
Similar to line 4, reiterating that once the children have had their time, they can leave, but I am bound to stay.
They can go, but I must bide
Repetition of the idea that others can move on, but I am compelled to stay in a vulnerable state.
Up on a pedestal, nowhere to hide
Reiterating the theme of being elevated with no place to hide and constantly observed.
Watch me 'round and 'round
Final emphasis on the continuous, circular, and observed nature of the experience.
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