In February of 2003 their first EP, A Crescent Honeymoon, was released on Lookout! Records. Lookout! also released Poison Arrows, in June of 2004. With the departure of Cory in the fall of 2005, the band regrouped and brought in longtime friend Steve Lowensohn (formerly of bay area band The Cost). In the same year, the band released "Roses Are Black". In 2006, the band released "Walk Into The Light". In 2007, the Communique name was discontinued and the band became American Steel again.
The Best Lies
Communiqué Lyrics
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You say it’s funny how the tables turn
I’ve been knocked down on the floor
Baby give me more
I want to feel it all
Promises and eulogies
Are written in bile and blood
Well I’ve swallowed so much pride
Now I’m full inside
My stomach’s turning tables open wide, Darling
All the best lies
Are sealed with a kiss
All the best lies
Are sealed with a kiss
Betray all but your intentions
It’s cloak and dagger at every turn
Mutual deception be careful with inflection
I’m hanging from your every word, Darling
All the best lies
Are sealed with a kiss
All the best lies
Are sealed with a kiss
All the best lies
Are sealed with a kiss
All the best lies
Are sealed with a kiss
All the best lies
Are sealed with a kiss
The song "The Best Lies" by Communiqué is a reflection on the complicated nature of relationships and the various forms of deception that can arise within them. The opening lines frame the song as a confrontation, with the singer noting that "today is your lucky day" and expressing a desire to "feel it all" despite being knocked down on the floor. This sets the stage for a back-and-forth that is fueled by secrets and half-truths.
The second verse introduces the idea of promises and eulogies being "written in bile and blood," indicating that the singer has been hurt or betrayed in the past. Nevertheless, they are willing to continue down this path, even as their stomach "turns tables" and they feel full of misguided emotions. The bridge warns of the dangers of mutual deception, cautioning the listener to be careful with their inflection and to not get caught up in the cloak-and-dagger games of deceit and betrayal that can undermine a relationship.
The chorus ties these themes together by emphasizing that "the best lies are sealed with a kiss." This phrase suggests a certain level of intimacy and passion that can mask the underlying deception and mistrust present in the relationship. Ultimately, the song portrays a world in which secrets and half-truths dominate, leaving both parties uncertain about the other's motives and desires.
Line by Line Meaning
Today is your lucky day
You think things are going your way today.
You say it’s funny how the tables turn
You find it amusing how the situation has reversed.
I’ve been knocked down on the floor
I've been defeated and feel helpless.
Baby give me more
I want more of whatever is causing me pain.
I want to feel it all
I want to experience every emotion, even the painful ones.
Promises and eulogies
People make empty promises and deliver speeches filled with false praise.
Are written in bile and blood
These words come from a place of anger and aggression.
Well I’ve swallowed so much pride
I have been humiliated many times and have had to swallow my pride.
Now I’m full inside
I am emotionally full and can't take anymore.
My stomach’s turning tables open wide, Darling
I am feeling uneasy and uncomfortable as the situation has changed.
All the best lies
The most convincing lies.
Are sealed with a kiss
Are told with an affectionate gesture.
Betray all but your intentions
Don't reveal your true motives to others.
It’s cloak and dagger at every turn
There is secrecy and deception at every opportunity.
Mutual deception be careful with inflection
Be cautious of how you speak to others as they may be deceiving you.
I’m hanging from your every word, Darling
I am paying close attention to everything you say.
All the best lies
The most convincing lies.
Are sealed with a kiss
Are told with an affectionate gesture.
All the best lies
The most convincing lies.
Are sealed with a kiss
Are told with an affectionate gesture.
All the best lies
The most convincing lies.
Are sealed with a kiss
Are told with an affectionate gesture.
Contributed by Daniel Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.