The Pianist (feat. Myuuji)
Madame Macabre
A Faustian Bargain: The Tragic Tale of 'The Pianist'
Madame Macabre's song 'The Pianist (feat. Myuuji)' tells a haunting story of a man who makes a Faustian bargain in his desperate quest for love. The narrative begins with a lonely man who falls for a beautiful girl, whose affection can only be won through heart-wrenching melodies. Despite his best efforts, his music fails to move her, leading him to a desperate decision. In a moment of vulnerability, he encounters a supernatural entity who offers him a deal: his soul in exchange for the musical talent that will win the girl's heart.
The man accepts the deal, and soon his music captivates the girl and the audience alike. However, this newfound success comes at a terrible cost. The song reveals that anyone who hears his music falls gravely ill, leading to widespread death and despair. The supernatural entity, who initially appeared to help him, returns to mock his ignorance, pointing out that the contract clearly stated the deadly consequences of his music. The man realizes too late that his desire for love has brought about a curse that affects everyone around him.
In the final verses, the man, now fully aware of the curse, decides to embrace his fate rather than succumb to despair. He joins forces with the supernatural entity, becoming a part of the darkness that spreads the curse. The song ends on a chilling note, with the man and the entity working together to perpetuate the cycle of suffering. 'The Pianist' serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of desperation and the high price of making deals with malevolent forces, wrapped in a gothic, eerie atmosphere that is characteristic of Madame Macabre's storytelling style.