Cryptically-disguised song lyrics

Trollheart · 01-11-2023, 11:31 AM

Round 5

Song 1

Is it not wealthy? Are we not two of the same kind?
Me resting on terra firma, you suspended high above me
But does anyone know the location of the harlequins?
Despatch the harlequins to this place.

Answer: "Send in the Clowns" by Stephen Sondheim

Song 2

You entered the celebration as if boarding a pleasure craft
Your crowning glory draped with special care across one part of your face
And one of the garments that adorned your neck was a pinkish colour
You retained half a gaze at your reflection as you observed yourself move
And every lady hoped that they might join you, that they might join you

Answer: "You're So Vain" by Carly Simon

Song 3

It appears to her to be but a small thing, she with her off-colour brown hair
But her parents don't think so, one of which is screaming in negation while the other has ordered her to depart
She cannot find her companion and journeys through unreality, feeling submerged
Arrives at the optium position in the cinema, addicted as she is to the film
However it turns out to be quite tedious, ten times more a reflection of her life than fantasy
And she is angry as she remembers idiots as they request her to assume a certain aspect
For mariners having an altercation at a discotheque
Indeed! Observe them! What a strange spectacle!
See too, the police officer mistakenly taking his rage out on the incorrect culprit
Dear me! I question whether he will ever realise he too is in a carnival of sorts?

Answer: "Life on Mars" by David Bowie

Song 4

Time has passed in such a manner recently that I've been able to count it clearly
Following the departure of your affection which you removed from me
Only by darkness do I exit now, by day I remain in bed
Following the departure of your affection which you removed from me
Now that you have departed I am at liberty to do as I please and meet with whom I select
I am also free to consume my evening meal in a notable eating establishment
But there is nothing that will make me happy.

Answer: "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Sinead O'Connor (written by Prince duh)

Song 5

Your position was quite lowly, serving tables when I encountered you
I selected you, ruffled you somewhat, reversed you and created a thing entirely fresh
Now, sixty months later, the planet resides at your toes and it has been very easy for you to achieve your goals
However, never forget to keep in mind that it was I who made this possible and I am quite able to reverse the situation and return you to where you were previously.

Answer: "Don't You Want Me" by Human League

Song 6

Not standing in the rays of the early sunshine, I shall remain not standing when the shadows lengthen towards night time
Observing the vessels approach and then continuing to observe as they depart
Relaxing at the harbour, my eyes tracking the recession of the waves
Relaxing at the habour, doing nothing important.

Answer: "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay" by Otis Redding

GD · 01-11-2023, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart

Song 1

Is it not wealthy? Are we not two of the same kind?
Me resting on terra firma, you suspended high above me
But does anyone know the location of the harlequins?
Despatch the harlequins to this place.

"Send in the clowns"? (forgot who wrote it)

Quote:

Song 3

It appears to her to be but a small thing, she with her off-colour brown hair
But her parents don't think so, one of which is screaming in negation while the other has ordered her to depart
She cannot find her companion and journeys through unreality, feeling submerged
Arrives at the optium position in the cinema, addicted as she is to the film
However it turns out to be quite tedious, ten times more a reflection of her life than fantasy
And she is angry as she remembers idiots as they request her to assume a certain aspect
For mariners having an altercation at a discotheque
Indeed! Observe them! What a strange spectacle!
See too, the police officer mistakenly taking his rage out on the incorrect culprit
Dear me! I question whether he will ever realise he too is in a carnival of sorts?

David Bowie - "Life on Mars"
easy as pie

Trollheart · 01-11-2023, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mindfulness

"This Is Not a Love Song" by Public Image Ltd.

"Harbour" by The Tallest Man on Earth.

No and no

Quote:

Originally Posted by GD

"Send in the clowns"? (forgot who wrote it)

David Bowie - "Life on Mars"
easy as pie

Yes and Yes (Send in the Clowns - Judy Collins (well, she sang it, don't imagine she wrote it))

ribbons · 01-11-2023, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart

Song 4

Time has passed in such a manner recently that I've been able to count it clearly
Following the departure of your affection which you removed from me
Only by darkness do I exit now, by day I remain in bed
Following the departure of your affection which you removed from me
Now that you have departed I am at liberty to do as I please and meet with whom I select
I am also free to consume my evening meal in a notable eating establishment
But there is nothing that will make me happy.

Prince (Sinead) - "Nothing Compares 2U"

(Bolding the lines that clinched it for me: "I can eat my dinner in a fancy restaurant / But nothing, nothing can take away these blues.")

ribbons · 01-11-2023, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart

Song 6

Not standing in the rays of the early sunshine, I shall remain not standing when the shadows lengthen towards night time
Observing the vessels approach and then continuing to observe as they depart
Relaxing at the harbour, my eyes tracking the recession of the waves
Relaxing at the habour, doing nothing important.

Otis Redding - "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay"

Saulaac · 01-12-2023, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart

Song 5

Your position was quite lowly, serving tables when I encountered you
I selected you, ruffled you somewhat, reversed you and created a thing entirely fresh
Now, sixty months later, the planet resides at your toes and it has been very easy for you to achieve your goals
However, never forget to keep in mind that it was I who made this possible and I am quite able to reverse the situation and return you to where you were previously.

"Don't you want me baby" - Human League

Chuffed that I got one without looking it up.

Trollheart · 01-12-2023, 05:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ribbons

Prince (Sinead) - "Nothing Compares 2U"

(Bolding the lines that clinched it for me: "I can eat my dinner in a fancy restaurant / But nothing, nothing can take away these blues.")

Yup. Well done hon!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saulaac

"Don't you want me baby" - Human League

Chuffed that I got one without looking it up.

You got it; thought that would be easier to get but well done anyway.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ribbons

Otis Redding - "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay"

Correct!

Trollheart · 01-12-2023, 11:28 AM

And so to

Round 6

Song 1

It was previously my impression that romantic attachments only occured in stories specifically aimed at children
Intended for persons other than myself
It appeared to me that affection pursued me doggedly
There was no satisfaction to be got when I fell asleep
Then her visage came to my notice
And subsequently I have faith.

Answer: "I'm a Believer" by the Monkees

Song 2

A number of us took a stroll in an icy atmosphere
The exhalation from our mouths very cold on the glass portal, anticipating
Portrait of a male unlighted presence, very mysterious and spiritual
A vocal shriek extending outwards, it remains in your presence for the moment
Vanished is the emotion, the two of us alone
It does not concern me
This does not concern me

Answer: "Vienna" by Ultravox

Song 3

It would be my fondest wish to frolic in the ocean as sea creatures do
There is no way for us to adhere to each other
We can be victorious for eternity
We can be courageous protagonists
Over twenty-four hours.

Answer: "Heroes" by David Bowie

Song 4

Our encounter as evening faded showed me I would be dependent upon you
And, given the opportunity, I would retain my grasp upon you
Therefore, will you not show your affection for me?
I will endeavour to rise in your regard
We will cause everyone to rotate their skulls at our every destination

Answer: "Be My Baby" by The Ronetttes

Song 5

The way extends before me, and it is anything but straight
Its destination a mystery to all
However I have strength enough to bear him as my burden
And he does not weigh me down...

Answer: "(He Ain't Heavy) He's My Brother" by The Hollies

Song 6

I beg to differ: it is difficult for me to fail to remember just before tonight
Your countenance on departure
However, I suppose it is how the tale proceeds
Ever you grin, however sadness is evident in your eyes.
It's evident, indeed.
I must disagree, I have difficulty trying not to recall the ensuing day
On contemplating the totality of my sadness
As I retained you but afterwards had to release my hold upon you
And at this point it is only equitable that I inform you
That of which you should already be aware.

Answer: "Without You" by Harry Nilsson

GD · 01-12-2023, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart

Song 1

It was previously my impression that romantic attachments only occured in stories specifically aimed at children
Intended for persons other than myself
It appeared to me that affection pursued me doggedly
There was no satisfaction to be got when I fell asleep
Then her visage came to my notice
And subsequently I have faith.

The Monkees - "I'm a believer"
I knew the song immediately, but I had to look up what it was actually called

Quote:

Song 3

It would be my fondest wish to frolic in the ocean as sea creatures do
There is no way for us to adhere to each other
We can be victorious for eternity
We can be courageous protagonists
Over twenty-four hours.

David Bowie - "Heroes"
I'm getting the Bowie ones easily but some of the others are giving me trouble

ribbons · 01-12-2023, 03:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart

Song 4

Our encounter as evening faded showed me I would be dependent upon you
And, given the opportunity, I would retain my grasp upon you
Therefore, will you not show your affection for me?
I will endeavour to rise in your regard
We will cause everyone to rotate their skulls at our every destination

The Ronettes - "Be My Baby"

The rotating skulls did it for me. "We'll make them turn their heads everywhere we go."

01-11-2023, 11:31 AM	#1 (permalink)
Trollheart Born to be mild Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 404 Not Found Posts: 26,996	Round 5 Song 1 Is it not wealthy? Are we not two of the same kind? Me resting on terra firma, you suspended high above me But does anyone know the location of the harlequins? Despatch the harlequins to this place. Answer: "Send in the Clowns" by Stephen Sondheim Song 2 You entered the celebration as if boarding a pleasure craft Your crowning glory draped with special care across one part of your face And one of the garments that adorned your neck was a pinkish colour You retained half a gaze at your reflection as you observed yourself move And every lady hoped that they might join you, that they might join you Answer: "You're So Vain" by Carly Simon Song 3 It appears to her to be but a small thing, she with her off-colour brown hair But her parents don't think so, one of which is screaming in negation while the other has ordered her to depart She cannot find her companion and journeys through unreality, feeling submerged Arrives at the optium position in the cinema, addicted as she is to the film However it turns out to be quite tedious, ten times more a reflection of her life than fantasy And she is angry as she remembers idiots as they request her to assume a certain aspect For mariners having an altercation at a discotheque Indeed! Observe them! What a strange spectacle! See too, the police officer mistakenly taking his rage out on the incorrect culprit Dear me! I question whether he will ever realise he too is in a carnival of sorts? Answer: "Life on Mars" by David Bowie Song 4 Time has passed in such a manner recently that I've been able to count it clearly Following the departure of your affection which you removed from me Only by darkness do I exit now, by day I remain in bed Following the departure of your affection which you removed from me Now that you have departed I am at liberty to do as I please and meet with whom I select I am also free to consume my evening meal in a notable eating establishment But there is nothing that will make me happy. Answer: "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Sinead O'Connor (written by Prince duh) Song 5 Your position was quite lowly, serving tables when I encountered you I selected you, ruffled you somewhat, reversed you and created a thing entirely fresh Now, sixty months later, the planet resides at your toes and it has been very easy for you to achieve your goals However, never forget to keep in mind that it was I who made this possible and I am quite able to reverse the situation and return you to where you were previously. Answer: "Don't You Want Me" by Human League Song 6 Not standing in the rays of the early sunshine, I shall remain not standing when the shadows lengthen towards night time Observing the vessels approach and then continuing to observe as they depart Relaxing at the harbour, my eyes tracking the recession of the waves Relaxing at the habour, doing nothing important. Answer: "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay" by Otis Redding __________________ Trollheart: Signature-free since April 2018 Last edited by Trollheart; 01-12-2023 at 05:17 AM.

01-12-2023, 11:28 AM	#8 (permalink)
Trollheart Born to be mild Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 404 Not Found Posts: 26,996	And so to Round 6 Song 1 It was previously my impression that romantic attachments only occured in stories specifically aimed at children Intended for persons other than myself It appeared to me that affection pursued me doggedly There was no satisfaction to be got when I fell asleep Then her visage came to my notice And subsequently I have faith. Answer: "I'm a Believer" by the Monkees Song 2 A number of us took a stroll in an icy atmosphere The exhalation from our mouths very cold on the glass portal, anticipating Portrait of a male unlighted presence, very mysterious and spiritual A vocal shriek extending outwards, it remains in your presence for the moment Vanished is the emotion, the two of us alone It does not concern me This does not concern me Answer: "Vienna" by Ultravox Song 3 It would be my fondest wish to frolic in the ocean as sea creatures do There is no way for us to adhere to each other We can be victorious for eternity We can be courageous protagonists Over twenty-four hours. Answer: "Heroes" by David Bowie Song 4 Our encounter as evening faded showed me I would be dependent upon you And, given the opportunity, I would retain my grasp upon you Therefore, will you not show your affection for me? I will endeavour to rise in your regard We will cause everyone to rotate their skulls at our every destination Answer: "Be My Baby" by The Ronetttes Song 5 The way extends before me, and it is anything but straight Its destination a mystery to all However I have strength enough to bear him as my burden And he does not weigh me down... Answer: "(He Ain't Heavy) He's My Brother" by The Hollies Song 6 I beg to differ: it is difficult for me to fail to remember just before tonight Your countenance on departure However, I suppose it is how the tale proceeds Ever you grin, however sadness is evident in your eyes. It's evident, indeed. I must disagree, I have difficulty trying not to recall the ensuing day On contemplating the totality of my sadness As I retained you but afterwards had to release my hold upon you And at this point it is only equitable that I inform you That of which you should already be aware. Answer: "Without You" by Harry Nilsson __________________ Trollheart: Signature-free since April 2018 Last edited by Trollheart; 01-14-2023 at 02:22 PM.