The Truth
Clawfinger Lyrics

speak the truth don't you dare lie to me
Be honest with me and tell me the real story, don't try to lie or deceive me.

I've seen it all before you disagree
I know from past experience that what you're saying isn't true, despite your protests to the contrary.

the way you always attack all the things that you say
You seem to contradict yourself by saying one thing and then acting in the opposite way.

the way your turn your back and then you walk away
When faced with difficult or uncomfortable situations, you tend to avoid them and leave rather than deal with them head-on.

shut your mouth and open up your eyes
Stop talking and start observing and listening to what's going on around you.

you better take your time and try to realize
Slow down and take a step back to gain some perspective and understanding of the situation.

that no one's free from sin and when I look at you
Everyone has flaws and makes mistakes, and when I see you, I can see your imperfections as well.

I scream within WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU
Your behavior and actions are so frustrating and confusing that I can't help but feel exasperated and wonder how you can act that way.

you raise yourself up to a higher degree and look down in disgust at our misery
You see yourself as superior and above others, and you don't seem to care about or understand the pain and struggles of those who are less fortunate than you.

you're no better than your enemy
Despite your belief that you are superior, you are really no different or better than those you see as your enemies.

but it's easy to hate what you just can't be
It's easy to hate or belittle those who have qualities or abilities you envied or lack yourself.

don't deny the fact that you're a mortal man
You are a human being with limitations, flaws, and mortality, just like everyone else.

you can't escape from death when it's close at hand
Death is inevitable and will eventually come for us all.

don't sit upon a pedestal and raise your voice
Don't act superior or entitled, and don't try to force others to listen to you just because you think you are better than them.

if you're too deaf to listen to the peoples choice
If you refuse to hear or acknowledge the opinions and needs of the people you claim to serve.

truth tell me the truth the truth motherfucker
Tell me the unvarnished truth, no matter how harsh or unpleasant it may be, even if it makes you uncomfortable.

you play us out and you take us all for fools
You manipulate and deceive us, thinking that we are gullible and easily fooled.

but I never understood who even made the rules
I don't understand the origins or reasons behind the societal norms and regulations that govern us.

I'll make my stand against supermacy
I will stand up against those who try to assert their superiority or dominance over others.

'cause hypocritical goverments threaten me
Governments who claim to be just and fair, but act in selfish or deceitful ways, are a threat to my freedom and wellbeing.

I know you ain't blind and I know you're aware
I believe that you are fully aware of what is happening around you, and are not ignorant or oblivious.

but your ego's too big for you to even care
Despite your knowledge, your excessive pride and self-interest prevent you from caring or showing empathy toward others.

the doors are wide open but your eyes are closed
Opportunities are available to you, but you are blind or unwilling to see them.

you're unable to look any further than your nose
You are narrow-minded and unable to consider or understand perspectives different from your own.

you open your mouth and all I hear is lies
When you speak, I find it hard to believe anything you say, as it often seems to be untrue or exaggerated.

you keep spreading your message that I despite
Your ideas or opinions are offensive or intolerable to me, and I strongly disagree with them.

because the game you're playing is so easy to see
Your motives and intentions are transparent and obvious, and your manipulations are easily spotted.

it's just another repeat of our history
Your actions and schemes are nothing new or innovative, but rather a repetition of the same mistakes and patterns from the past.

you talk about peace it's a very strong word
Your claims or desires for peace are lofty and idealistic, and require more than just words to achieve.

it's always being said but it's never been heard
People often talk about peace, but it never seems to be realized or achieved in practice.

hi-tech weapons are here to reassure it
Modern technology and weaponry are often used to instill a false sense of security and safety, but they do little to ensure lasting peace.

but I've never seen a time when they've done a shit for it
Despite advances in technology and military power, violence and warfare still persist and cause suffering and destruction.

kick it to me now 'cause I just can't figure
Explain things to me more clearly and help me understand, because I am confused and unsure.

take a small mistake and make a small one bigger
You exaggerate or blow out of proportion small or insignificant errors or problems, making them seem larger than they really are.

equality's a word have you ever even heard it
The concept of equality or fairness is foreign or unknown to you, and you don't seem to value it.

I guess not and you don't deserve it
Because of your ignorance or lack of empathy, you don't deserve the benefits or rewards of a truly equal and just society.

turning your backs on the problems that surface
Rather than addressing or dealing with issues that arise, you pretend they don't exist or refuse to acknowledge them.

I get a feeling that you're doing it on purpose
I suspect that you are intentionally ignoring problems, perhaps to preserve your image or status.

your mide is SLIME so please resign
Your thoughts and behavior are corrupt or immoral, so you should step down or be removed from your position of power or influence.

you can't control your own life don't try to rule mine
You are unable to manage or direct your own life effectively, so you have no right to exert control or authority over others.