CASTRATO
Behind opera's scene,
where no guest can see,
someone is standing
waiting for his fee.
It's a person we can tell,
who is tall and looking well.
First - no difference from us all,
but then he seems like a doll.
Pretty doll to say at least,
so say women, men and priests.
Everyone must love his face,
voice and movements full of grace.
His complexion is white as milk,
his hair like the finest silk,
face resembling angels in church.
Singing as sweetly as a bird on its perch.
His songs are sung very high,
a truth no one can deny...
Voice of angels - gift from God,
Yet this man appears really odd.
Too tall with legs too thin.
It's not