Hidden In the Stones Premiere Contest Winner

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Imagine someone watching you
who wants you for his own
Imagine in the catacombs, a secret plan is honed
It echoes with a wounded heart
of someone so alone
He hides his shame behind a mask, that smolders, but is cold

Look beyond the chandelier that blinds you in the eye
Can't you see him lurking there, while waiting in disguise

If only you could see in him
           a face that isn't cold

              Behind the mask he wears for you, 
                         a man has lost his soul

Search beyond the mask he wears and look into his eyes
Be wary of the rendezvous that he will fantasize

If only he was more than just a phantom of your dreams
If only you could find in him a promise to believe

Don't be betrayed by what appears to be for you alone
But be afraid, a million tears are hidden in the stones

He'll tell you from the very start, to search beyond the scars 
He'll hide from you that you are meant to be his secret star

Sing to him your aria….. But don't forsake your heart!
If you believe he'll set you free, he'll tear your dreams apart

Sing to him of love, Christine!  Sing to the rafters high
The chandelier will shatter then, into a million cries!

If you plead to him of broken dreams, you'll need to tell him lies
Sing about another love, but be prepared to die!

Sing your song of love, Christine, 
               it is sorrow you have found

Sing to him your aria……..  then, slowly watch him drown

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11/17/16
Contest: "Phantom of the Opera"
Sponsor: The Seeker

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016



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Date: 9/5/2020 4:59:00 PM
I am enraptured by this masterpiece you have created, dear Carrie. Andrew Lloyd Weber's Phantom of the Opera...my favorite musical of all-time . This one goes to my fav's. Thank you for creating this.
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Date: 6/9/2017 9:02:00 PM
Very creative and beautifully written. Carrie, congrats on your win. I enjoyed reading it.
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Date: 6/9/2017 9:01:00 PM
Very creative and beautiful. Carrie, congrats on your win! I enjoyed reading
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Date: 3/6/2017 10:42:00 AM
This is wonderful. you have once again produced another masterpiece which is a true testament of your reputation in this wonderful community. Thanks a lot for the share.
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Date: 3/6/2017 12:16:00 PM
What a kind compliment you have given me. Thank you so much !!
Date: 2/22/2017 9:22:00 PM
Very nice !!
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Date: 1/23/2017 12:58:00 PM
I'm not sure everyone that read these lyrics read the same one I did. This is brilliant Carrie. Writing at its very best. If I could write even one piece that was this sublime - I would drop my pen satisfied that I could never write this well ever again. This is more than a seven or a fav this is a scream from a mountain top great. I will however have to be satisfied to give a seven and fav it. I can't believe that everyone who was fortunate enough to read it did not fav it. Lots Of Love armand.
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Date: 12/2/2016 5:16:00 PM
I love the mask parts...Congratulations..
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Date: 12/2/2016 3:43:00 PM
Love the last line -Pow Drop! Congratulations!
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Date: 12/1/2016 7:08:00 PM
wow, Carrie. you did a masterpiece. A very well deserved first place. Congratulations
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Date: 12/1/2016 12:39:00 PM
Congratulations Carrie, terrific win...
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Date: 12/1/2016 10:18:00 AM
Great write and win...Congrats
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Date: 12/1/2016 7:02:00 AM
Carrie, a well-deserved win 7! Congratulations!
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Date: 11/30/2016 10:12:00 PM
Such an amazing Lyric you have composed, Carrie. You certainly have captured the mystique the phantom! Congratulations on your well-deserved First Place Trophy win! Hugs, Sandra
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Date: 11/30/2016 9:25:00 PM
A perfect write for the phantom:) congratulations on your trophy win, Carrie:)
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Date: 11/30/2016 6:57:00 PM
wow, Carrie, congratulations on your fantastic win :) Hugs Eve
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Date: 11/27/2016 10:32:00 AM
I have chills and it doesn't get better than that ... CayCay
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Date: 11/18/2016 10:35:00 AM
I see, so now you are a play write. Very well written too I might add Mrs Carrie:)
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Date: 11/18/2016 6:25:00 AM
Phantom of the Opera is my favorite by far, you captured its essence, captivating read Carrie, good luck!
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Date: 11/17/2016 9:30:00 PM
This magnificent lyric is brilliant for the Phantom contest, Carrie! I could imagine it being sung in the play. 7++
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