Story Behind The Song
Pondering our history, society and religion led to this cryptic masterpiece suited for film noirs or any enigmatic and mysterious element.
Song Description
Colored Queen is a journey into deep philosophical themes conveyed in what is ultimately a lullaby. The most prominent themes are existence and God. There are ties and references to varied literal masterpieces. The poetry and imagery of the lyrics is the grace of this song.
Song Length |
2:29 |
Genre |
Folk - Contemporary, Unique - Avant garde |
Tempo |
Slow (71 - 90) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Quiet, Gloomy |
Subject |
Existence, God |
Similar Artists |
The Beatles, James Taylor |
Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
Smile for the Colored Queen that no one?s ever seen
Dance you serpent children of the libertine
Shatter every looking glass and break every belief
That offers truth and wisdom, and false security
?Fact is better left to fiction?? someone said
Life is only contradiction, when you?re dead
I have always looked for heaven up above my head
But if there is a next time, I?ll look on you instead
Roam the park midnight and wander the zoo
Shed a tear for those of us caged in solitude
Ponder your existence until it renders you insane
Then fill your head with empty thoughts and things you can?t explain
Make my bed as soft and narrow, as my grave is deep
For every blessing I was given in heaven I will keep
Give me one more sip of wine and sing me off to sleep
With melodies sincere enough to make the devil weep