Carousel

Melanie Martinez

About Carousel

"Carousel" is a song by American recording artist Melanie Martinez. The song was featured on Martinez's debut EP, Dollhouse (2014) and her debut studio album, Cry Baby (2015). "Carousel" was released on September 1, 2014, as the second single from Dollhouse. A music video accompanying the song was released October 15, 2014. It was used as the theme song for season four of American television show American Horror Story.


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Round and round like a horse on a carousel, we go,
Will I catch up to love? I could never tell, I know,
Chasing after you is like a fairytale, but I,
Feel like I'm glued on tight to this carousel

Come, come one, come all,
You must be this tall
To ride this ride at the carnival

Oh, come, take my hand
And run though playland
So high, too high at the carnival

And it's all fun and games,
'Til somebody falls in love,
But you've already bought a ticket,
And there's no turning back now

Round and round like a horse on a carousel, we go,
Will I catch up to love? I could never tell, I know,
Chasing after you is like a fairytale, but I,
Feel like I'm glued on tight to this carousel

This horse is too slow,
We're always this close,
Almost, almost, we're a freakshow

Right, right when I'm near,
It's like you disappeared,
Where'd you go? My dear, you're a freakshow!

And it's all fun and games,
'Til somebody falls in love,
But you've already bought a ticket,
And there's no turning back now

Round and round like a horse on a carousel, we go,
Will I catch up to love? I could never tell, I know,
Chasing after you is like a fairytale, but I,
Feel like I'm glued on tight to this carousel

Why did you steal my cotton candy heart?
You threw it in this damn coin slot,
And now I'm stuck, I'm stuck
Riding, riding, riding

Round and round like a horse on a carousel, we go,
Will I catch up to love? I could never tell, I know,
Chasing after you is like a fairytale, but I,
Feel like I'm glued on tight to this carousel

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Melanie Martinez

Melanie Adele Martinez (born April 28, 1995) is an American singer and songwriter. Born in Astoria, Queens, and raised in Baldwin, New York, she subsequently rose to prominence in 2012 after appearing on the American television vocal talent show The Voice. Rising to fame after releasing hits such as: Dollhouse, Playdate, Crybaby, etc. Her most recent album dates to 2019 with the tittle of K-12, and her next release should be expected in 2022. more »

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Written by: Jeremy Dussolliet, Melanie Martinez, Timothy Sommers

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Interpretation
"Carousel" metaphorically refers to a toxic and damaging relationship, where Melanie feels as though she is stuck on a carousel, going around in circles without being able to escape.
Album Inclusion
This song is included in Melanie's EP "Dollhouse", which was released in 2014.
Chart Performance
"Carousel" debuted at number 9 on Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 singles and peaked at 69 on the iTunes chart.
Television Feature
The haunting tune of 'Carousel' was used to build the eerie atmosphere for the teaser of the fourth season of the television show, 'American Horror Story: Freak Show'.
Unique Music Composition
The song features combination of hip hop beats with eerie music box sounds, illustrating Melanie's unique blend of music styles.
Music Video
The music video for 'Carousel' was directed by Adam Donald and it metaphorically represents a toxic relationship in a carnival-like setting.
Songwriting Credit
Melanie Martinez co-wrote 'Carousel' with Jeremy Dussolliet and Tim Sommers, who are also known as Kinetics & One Love in the music industry.
Live Performances
'Carousel' remained a part of Melanie’s setlist during her 'Dollhouse Tour' and 'Cry Baby Tour' where she sung it while wearing carnival themed costumes.
Song Inspiration
Martinez revealed in interviews that the song 'Carousel' was inspired by her own experiences with a damaging love interest, thus bringing personal touch to her songwriting.
Critical Acclaim
Critics praised 'Carousel' for its dark yet relatable lyrics and Martinez's unique vocal quality.

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