The Masquerade
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TUNING: D G C F A D
verse 1
Am F E
Every day the Masquerade is sending out the call
Am F E
Every day that Night Bregade came crashing through that door
Am F
They said "What are you doing siting all alone just staring at the telephone?
E
There's a place we know that you can go and join in the parade"
Am
And I said "I'm just sitting here licking my wounds
F
And i don't think i'll be finished soon
E
Where can I find a place to hide from this mess I've made?"
[Refrão] Am
At the Masquerade!
F
You'll be glad you came!
E
They won't see the holes that in your soul when you cover up your face
Am
At the Masquerade!
F
It's gonna be ok!
E
Trade your shame for wealth and fame where no one knows your name!
verse 2
Am
Blast and break through
F E
They dragged me to this zoo
Am
"Put your mask on: That's the key"
F E
Which animal is right for me?
Am
So I burst through the pearly gates and
F
I was alarmed by what awaited
E
They greeted me with open arms: Like I was one of them
Am
And I felt right away they let me in
F
Absolved me of my prior sins
So I shed this wretched skin at last!
E
And I became the mask!
[Refrão] Am
At the Masquerade!
F
You'll be glad you came!
E
They won't see the holes that in your soul when you cover up your face
Am
At the Masquerade!
F
It's gonna be ok!
E
Trade your shame for wealth and fame where no one knows your name!
Bridge
Am F
It's a chance to leave it all behind (leave it all behind)
E
Start again, begin a brand new life
Am
They were right that I wouldn't hate it
F
To think that I hesitated
I finally checked my checkered past
E
And I'm not going back!
[Refrão] Am
At the Masquerade!
F
You'll be glad you came!
E
They won't see the holes that in your soul when you cover up your face
Am
At the Masquerade!
F
It's gonna be ok!
E
Trade your shame for wealth and fame where no one knows your name!
Am F
Come along don't you fear the Masquerade!
Step in: Don't be afraid
Take your pain and deepest shame
E
And let them go a the Masquerade!
Am F
Grab a mask and cover up your face!
Wrap yourself in silk brocade.
Just forget the mistakes you made
E
Cause no one cares at the Masquerade!
How to play The Masquerade
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.