Discover the story of the song > Herr Drosselmeyer S Doll – Abney Park

The song is about a doll created by someone known as Herr Drosselmeyer. The doll is on a stage and spins as she falls. The protagonist is grateful when the curtains close. In the morning, Herr Drosselmeyer twists a key on the doll and she comes to life. He tells the doll to dance and she moves with a twang in her insides. The doll goes through several repairs and touch-ups to keep her looking good and ready for her audience. The doll is described as a fallen angel, created through a combination of art and science. The song ends with the doll being offered for a price.