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I’m afraid the masquerade is over; You must pack your bags and leave now. Don’t be sad — take it as closure; They still think they’re holier than thou. The rich return to their old ways, Their customs brittle, cold, and strange. They’ll tell you once again, "Eat cake," — A stubborn mindset you cannot change. The mask falls off along with the glamor; Nothing remains but broken chandeliers. The empty halls strike your face like a hammer, And you long for the gateau and beer. Outside, it’s a bitter winter, And your faith threatens to disappear. But the masquerade won’t let you reenter — You hear a commotion drawing near. Two people fighting, blinded by beliefs, Living side by side in the same town too. When will they see — it’s not a left or right breach, But a battle of the top against the few?
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Apr 28, 2025
Apr 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM UTC
I’m Afraid The Masquerade Is Over
I’m afraid the masquerade is over; You must pack your bags and leave now. Don’t be sad — take it as closure; They still think they’re holier than thou. The rich return to their old ways, Their customs brittle, cold, and strange. They’ll tell you once again, "Eat cake," — A stubborn mindset you cannot change. The mask falls off along with the glamor; Nothing remains but broken chandeliers. The empty halls strike your face like a hammer, And you long for the gateau and beer. Outside, it’s a bitter winter, And your faith threatens to disappear. But the masquerade won’t let you reenter — You hear a commotion drawing near. Two people fighting, blinded by beliefs, Living side by side in the same town too. When will they see — it’s not a left or right breach, But a battle of the top against the few?
I know that “let them eat cake,” was never actually said by the way.
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Apr 28, 2025
Apr 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM UTC
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