Enchanté

"When I was a little lass"

This line sets a nostalgic tone, immediately transporting the listener back to a time of innocence and simplicity.

"The angels leapt from panes of glass"

Here, angels symbolize purity and wonder, suggesting a world where magic is tangible and alive.

"They were butterflies to them"

This metaphor illustrates how adults trivialize the beauty of childhood dreams, reducing them to mere curiosities.

"Oh how can we atone"

This line expresses a longing for redemption, questioning how to reconcile lost innocence with harsh realities.

"Like a basilisk they fixed our spirits"

The basilisk, a creature that petrifies, symbolizes how adult perspectives can stifle creativity and joy.

"If we can't raise the dead"

This phrase captures a sense of futility in trying to revive lost dreams, suggesting a shift towards embracing chaos instead.

"My ghost was lost to the grownup gallows"

This haunting image reflects the loss of youthful spirit to the oppressive structures of adulthood.

"Greet your beast and let ' em streak"

Encouraging listeners to embrace their wild instincts, this line advocates for authenticity and raw expression.

"We're gonna raise, we're gonna raise hell instead"

This defiant declaration underscores a rejection of societal norms, opting instead for a celebration of chaos and freedom.

"Paint me in a portrait sans the fig leaves"

This line calls for authenticity and vulnerability, shedding societal expectations to reveal true self.