Bad Liar
Imagine Dragons Lyrics
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And terrors don't prey on
Innocent victims
Trust me, darling, trust me, darling
It's been a loveless year
I'm a man of three fears
Integrity, faith and
Crocodile tears
So look me in the eyes
Tell me what you see
Perfect paradise
Tearing at the seams
I wish I could escape
I don't wanna fake it
Wish I could erase it
Make your heart believe
But I'm a bad liar, bad liar
Now you know
Now you know
I'm a bad liar, bad liar
Now you know, you're free to go (go)
Did all my dreams never mean one thing?
Does happiness lie in a diamond ring?
Oh, I've been askin'
Oh, I've been askin' for problems, problems, problems
I wage my war, on the world inside
I take my gun to the enemy's side
Oh, I've been askin' for (trust me, darling)
Oh, I've been askin' for (trust me, darling)
Problems, problems, problems
So look me in the eyes
Tell me what you see
Perfect paradise
Tearing at the seams
I wish I could escape
I don't wanna fake it
Wish I could erase it
Make your heart believe
But I'm a bad liar, bad liar
Now you know
Now you know
That I'm a bad liar, bad liar
Now you know, you're free to go
I can't breathe, I can't be
I can't be what you want me to be
Believe me, this one time
Believe me
I'm a bad liar, bad liar
Now you know
Now you know
That I'm a bad liar, bad liar
Now you know, you're free to go
Oh
Please believe me
Please believe me
These lyrics explore themes of honesty, self-doubt, and the fear of vulnerability. The singer begins by acknowledging that the past year has been difficult, but also emphasizing that innocent people should not fall prey to the terrors of the world. They claim to be a man of three fears: integrity, faith, and crocodile tears, suggesting that they are cautious about deception and insincerity.
The singer asks their partner to look them in the eyes and tell them what they see, indicating a desire for transparency and a genuine connection. They describe their current situation as a "perfect paradise tearing at the seams," implying that despite outward appearances, something is amiss. They long to escape the facade they have created, expressing a yearning for authenticity and a wish to make their partner's heart believe in their true feelings.
However, the singer admits that they are a "bad liar," revealing that they struggle with being honest about their emotions. They acknowledge that their partner is now aware of this flaw, and they are free to leave if they choose to do so. This admission of being a bad liar suggests a fear of not being able to meet their partner's expectations or live up to their desires.
The lyrics also touch upon the singer's internal struggles. They question whether their dreams and desires held any true meaning, wondering if happiness can truly be found in material possessions like a diamond ring. They describe themselves as waging a personal war within themselves, fighting against their own emotions and perceptions. Despite recognizing that they have been asking for trouble, they continue to confront these internal struggles.
In the final section, the singer declares their inability to fulfill the expectations placed upon them, stating that they can't be what their partner wants them to be. They plead for their partner to believe them, perhaps hoping that their honesty will be enough to salvage the relationship. The repetition of "please believe me" expresses a genuine plea for trust and understanding from their partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, hush, my dear, it's been a difficult year
Quiet down, my love, this past year has been challenging
And terrors don't prey on Innocent victims
Fear doesn't target those who are innocent
Trust me, darling, trust me, darling
Have faith in me, my love, have faith in me
It's been a loveless year
This year has lacked love
I'm a man of three fears Integrity, faith and Crocodile tears
I have three fears: losing my honesty, losing my beliefs, and fake emotions
Trust me, darling, trust me, darling
Have faith in me, my love, have faith in me
So look me in the eyes Tell me what you see
Stare into my eyes and tell me your perception
Perfect paradise Tearing at the seams
An ideal paradise falling apart
I wish I could escape I don't wanna fake it Wish I could erase it Make your heart believe
I desire to run away, to not pretend, to erase it all, and make you believe with your heart
But I'm a bad liar, bad liar Now you know Now you know
Yet, I am a dishonest person, and now you are aware, you know the truth
I'm a bad liar, bad liar Now you know, you're free to go (go)
I am not good at hiding the truth, and now that you know, you are free to leave
Did all my dreams never mean one thing? Does happiness lie in a diamond ring?
Did my dreams hold no significance? Is true happiness found in material possessions?
Oh, I've been askin' Oh, I've been askin' for problems, problems, problems
Oh, I have been searching, actively seeking problems
I wage my war, on the world inside I take my gun to the enemy's side
I fight my battles within, attacking the enemy from inside
Oh, I've been askin' for (trust me, darling) Oh, I've been askin' for (trust me, darling) Problems, problems, problems
Oh, I have been intentionally asking for troubles, trust me, my love. Problems after problems.
So look me in the eyes Tell me what you see Perfect paradise Tearing at the seams I wish I could escape I don't wanna fake it Wish I could erase it Make your heart believe
Stare into my eyes and share your observation. A once ideal paradise is falling apart. I long to break free from pretending and erase it all, making your heart truly believe
But I'm a bad liar, bad liar Now you know Now you know
Yet, I am a dishonest person, and now you are aware, you know the truth
That I'm a bad liar, bad liar Now you know, you're free to go
Now that you know the truth, my lack of honesty, you have the freedom to leave
I can't breathe, I can't be I can't be what you want me to be Believe me, this one time Believe me
I feel suffocated, I cannot become who you desire me to be. Trust me, just this once, trust me
I'm a bad liar, bad liar Now you know Now you know
Yet, I am a dishonest person, and now you are aware, you know the truth
That I'm a bad liar, bad liar Now you know, you're free to go
Now that you know the truth, my lack of honesty, you have the freedom to leave
Oh Please believe me Please believe me
Oh, please have faith in me. Please have faith in me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aja Volkman, Benjamin Arthur McKee, Daniel Coulter Reynolds, Daniel James Platzman, Daniel Wayne Sermon, Jorgen Michael Odegard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Imagine Dragons is one of those bands who will release 3 different videos for a song before dropping the [Official Music Video]
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Dirvinator sellouts?
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At least they make good songs that can hit and relate to anyone
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Is this song about rape
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I' here too
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Me
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Minutes before year end 🙂