Welcome to the masquerade
Step quickly onto the carousel
Here we gather in the maypole's shade
as singers prepare a bewitching spell

Some are given to violence
Others are offering up tears
Some tell a tale of chaos
to stir up a story of fear

Wrap your mouth in chains
and lock away your voice
Plug in the wifi on your brain
Death is a beautiful choice

Welcome to the masquerade
Bow and curtsy in turn
Come now it's time to celebrate
There is much you have to unlearn

Some never knew how to dance
but most at least have a drink
This party is all just by chance
No need to overthink

Wear the paper and toss the quill
The music is a march undenied
Let it help when you haven't the will
Let them lead since you can't decide

Welcome to the masquerade
Now isn't it better than it was before?
Where are the fools who used to complain?
Why are these masks making us sore?