Charade
Masquerade of Love: Unveiling the Enchanting Charade by Johnny Hartman
Lyrics
When we played our charade
Describing a past moment of engaging in a charade, a pretense or deception.
We were like children posing
Comparing the participants to children, suggesting innocence or playfulness.
Playing at games, acting out names
Acting out roles in a game, possibly implying a lack of authenticity.
Guessing the parts we played
Trying to identify the roles each person played in the charade.
Oh what a hit we made
Reflecting on the success of the charade, indicating it was well-received.
We came on next to closing
Being the highlight, coming on stage towards the end of the charade.
Best on the bill, lovers until
Being the best on the bill, portraying a romantic relationship until love faded.
Love left the masquerade
Expressing that love departed, ending the facade or masquerade.
Fate seemed to pull the strings
Noting the influence of fate in the unraveling of the charade.
I turned and you were gone
Discovering the absence of a partner when turning around, signaling a sudden departure.
While from the darkened wings
Referencing a theatrical setting with darkened wings, highlighting a dramatic exit.
That music box played on
Mentioning a music box playing, possibly symbolizing memories or emotions lingering.
Sad little serenade
Describing the post-charade atmosphere as a sad serenade, emphasizing the emotional aftermath.
Song of my heart's composing
Referring to a song composed by the heart, reinforcing the emotional connection.
I hear it still, I always will
Stating that the lingering melody is heard and remembered, underscoring its lasting impact.
Best on the bill
Reiterating the notion of being the best on the bill, acknowledging the significance of the charade.
Charade
Summing up the experience as a charade, emphasizing its transient and deceptive nature.
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