Discover the poetic beauty in ‘The Show Must Go On [Live at The O2]’ by Adam Lambert. This lyric breakdown takes you on a journey through the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and the story they aim to tell. From clever metaphors to evocative imagery, we delve into the nuances that make this song a lyrical masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of Adam Lambert or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
Empty spaces, what are we living for?
Abandoned places, I guess we know the score
On and on, does anybody know what we are looking for?
Another hero, another mindless crime
Behind the curtain, in the pantomime
Hold the line, does anybody want to take it anymore?
The show must go on
The show must go on, yeah
Inside my heart is breaking
My make-up may be flaking
But my smile still stays on
Whatever happens, I’ll leave it all to chance
Another heartache, another failed romance
On and on, does anybody want to take it anymore?
I guess I’m learning (I’m learning), I must be warmer now
I’ll soon be turning (turning, turning) ’round the corner now
Outside, the dawn is breaking
But inside in the dark I’m aching to be free
The show must go on
The show must go on (yeah)
Inside my heart is breaking
My make-up may be flaking
But my smile still stays on
My soul is painted like the wings of butterflies
Fairy tales of yesterday will grow but never die
I can fly, my friends
The show must go on, yeah
The show must go on, yeah
I’ll face it with a grin
I’m never giving in
On with the show
Ooh, I’ll top the bill, I’ll overkill
I have to find the will to carry on
(On with the, on with the show)
The show must go on