(Gothic Pop – Book of Esther) Verse 1: Silken halls and whispered schemes, Golden wine and poisoned dreams. They call it fate, I call it play, A shadow’s throne, a masquerade. Pre-Chorus: Every smile’s a blade refined, Every vow a snare designed. Chorus: Behind the veil, the crown is mine — I dance with death, divine. The queen of masks, the night’s decree, The hidden hand of destiny. Verse 2: The courtiers laugh, the torches gleam, The king believes his chosen queen. But truth’s a dagger, dressed in lace, A prayer concealed within her face. Pre-Chorus: In silence I rewrite the end, With courage no one can defend. Chorus: Behind the veil, the crown is mine — I dance with death, divine. The queen of masks, the night’s decree, The hidden hand of destiny. Bridge (whispered / spoken): For every feast there comes a fast, For every lie — the die is cast. I wear their faith upon my skin, And hide the fire deep within. Final Chorus: Behind the veil, the crown is mine, I dance with death, divine. Through blood and silk, the truth survives, The queen of masks — still alive. Outro (fading echo): The mask remains… but the soul remembers.
