Song Description
The music has the whirling sound of a carnival midway. The uses allusions to he carnival to contrast carnal pleasure with true love.
| Song Length |
4:56 |
Genre |
Rock - Americana, Country - Alternative |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Restless |
Subject |
General, Carnivals, Circus |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
CARNIVAL ATTRACTION
Carnival filled with dizzying lights
Unwinnable games and unusual sights
Three-card Monty and a magic trick
Deep-fried something served on a stick
A brief moment of satisfaction
Carnival attraction a fleeting distraction
Love ain't a carnival attraction
Not just a bit of carnal reaction
Not just a moment of satisfaction
Love ain't a carnival attraction
Carnival ride goes side to side
Round and round and upside down
When the ride comes to a stop
See the facade, a cheap stage prop
Rickety rides a hint at danger
Attraction of these newfound strangers
Love ain't a carnival attraction
Not just a bit of carnal reaction
Not just a moment of satisfaction
Love ain't a carnival attraction
Love ain't a carnival attraction
(solo)
Love ain't a carnival attraction
Not just a bit of carnal reaction
Not just a moment of satisfaction
Love ain't a carnival attraction
Love ain't a carnival attraction
Carnival attraction seemed so grand
But it's just a one-night stand
Build the carnival up, then tear it down
Attractions go from town to town
A memory that's a fading glory
End of a very short sad story
Love ain't a carnival attraction
Not just a bit of carnal reaction
Not just a moment of satisfaction
Love ain't a carnival attraction
Love ain't a carnival attraction
Love ain't a carnival attraction