Ballerina

King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson

Dance, ballerina, dance

And do your pirouette in rhythm with your achin' heart

Dance, ballerina, dance

You mustn't once forget a dancer has to dance the part



Whirl, ballerina, whirl

And just ignore the chair that's empty in the second row

This is your moment, girl

Although he's not out there applauding as you steal the show



Once you said his love must wait its turn

You wanted fame instead

I guess that's your concern

We live and learn



And love is gone, ballerina, gone

So on with your career, you can't afford a backward glance

Dance on and on and on

A thousand people here have come to see the show

As 'round and 'round you go

So ballerina, dance

Dance, dance!



instrumental interlude

Whirl ballerina

instrumental interlude



Once you said his love must wait its turn

You wanted fame instead

I guess that's your concern

We live and learn



And love is gone, ballerina, gone

So on with your career, you can't afford a backward glance

Dance on and on and on

A thousand people here have come to see the show

As 'round and 'round you go

So ballerina, dance



Dance

Ballerina - King Crimson

King Crimson's "Ballerina" stands as a quintessential example of the band's progressive rock evolution, characterized by its intricate interplay between guitar, bass, and drums. The track exemplifies the group's signature approach, blending complex time signatures with melodic sophistication that defines their mid-1970s catalogue. As a studio recording, it showcases the ensemble's technical prowess and their ability to construct dense, atmospheric soundscapes typical of the genre. The composition reflects the band's commitment to pushing musical boundaries, serving as a testament to their influence on the progressive rock movement. Its enduring appeal lies in its structural complexity and the seamless integration of individual talents into a cohesive whole, making it a significant work within their discography.