Entr’acte

Song Meaning

The lyrics present a direct, almost instructional dialogue, setting a scene where someone is being handed a cornet and told how to play it. There's an immediate sense of urgency and a specific emotional directive: "Don't play all that pretty music / You'll have us all cryin' yet." This isn't about creating beauty, but about adhering to a prescribed sound. The core tension lies in the contrast between the potential for