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Take my hand

step on this ride

Spin upon the carousel tonight.

You won't be disappointed.

You're not alone here,

This is the carnival of laughter and tears.

Unravel your mind

Wear pastel eyes

feet move unwillingly towards carnival lights.

Welcome my friend, we're glad you're here.

Come, breath in the helium air.

This carousel spins, to broken tracks,

to broken tracks- broken tracks,

Screaming of laughter past

laughter past laughter....past.

Horses' eyes glitter red,

No need to fear, they're only dead.

Is your head fuzzy?

Your mind spinning?

No?

Well, come

We're entertaining.

No need to run

Let your mind quiet.

Sounds haze and lights fall silent.

Listen my friend- to the accordions laugh,

The voices are shouting,

Tugging you back.

Come my friend, onto the stage.

Let us become artistically caged.

Look at our audience,

Glistening in perfection,

The dolls are waiting for the show to begin.

Step in front of the mirror.

Look within, you'll find fear here,

Close your eyes, turn off the light

This carnival comes alive at night.

A hand on your shoulder?

Must be the clown...

Don't forget to smile! You're in the funhouse!

But why are you running?

Where will you go?

There's no need to leave this carnival show.

Just look at the lights!

Breathe in the air

Stay, we're not the only ones here.

What card are you today?

What mask, from what play?

What potion will you drink with dinner today?

Join our carnival my friend.

Join the fun that never ends.

Close your eyes, open wide

No need to scream tonight.

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