Liar Liar
A Fine Frenzy Lyrics


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Liar, liar, you're such a great big liar
With the tallest tales that I have ever heard
Fire, fire, you set my soul on fire
Laughing in the corner as it burns

Right between the ribs it's sinking in

Oh, oh, the siren sang so sweet and watched the sailors going down
Oh, oh, you talk to me in siren song; yeah, anyone would drown
Anyone would drown

Sick and tired of this mad desire
Fluttering inside me like a hawk
Wire, wire, got my hands on wires
Well, Heaven help you when I get them off

Right between the ribs you'll feel it then

Oh, oh, the siren sang so sweet and watched the sailors going down
Oh, oh, you talk to in siren song; yeah, anyone would drown
Anyone would drown

Oh, the ships go down
Following the sound
Oh, the ships go down

Oh, oh, the siren sang so sweet and watched the sailors going down
Oh, oh, you don't do me in siren song; yeah, anyone would drown
Oh, oh, the siren sang so sweet and watched the sailors going down




Oh, oh, you don't do me in siren song; yeah, anyone would drown
Anyone would drown

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of A Fine Frenzy's "Liar Liar" appear to be about a person who is deceived by someone who tells tall tales and lies. The singer is seemingly captivated by the liar's charisma and allure, but also disappointed by how much they have been taken advantage of. The chorus with the fire and siren imagery seems to be a way to describe how the liar has set the singer's emotions ablaze and also led them into a perilous path. The second verse seems to be a continuation of the first, as the singer describes how the liar's deception has made them feel sick and tired, but also empowered to take action. They have now gained a sense of control over the situation, and the wires symbolize this newfound agency. However, they also suggest that the singer is just as manipulative as the liar, and that they could end up causing harm too. The final chorus feels like a moment of clarity for the singer, as they realize that they need to break free from the spell of the liar's siren song, which could potentially lead them to destruction.


Overall, "Liar Liar" appears to be a cautionary tale about the dangers of living in a world where lies and deceit reign supreme. It is also a reminder that we can fall prey to our own desires and manipulative tendencies, and that breaking free from these patterns requires a great deal of self-reflection and introspection.


Line by Line Meaning

Liar, liar, you're such a great big liar
You consistently and intentionally deceive me


With the tallest tales that I have ever heard
Your lies are unbelievably grandiose


Fire, fire, you set my soul on fire
You excite and arouse me in a dangerous way


Laughing in the corner as it burns
You find pleasure in causing me pain


Right between the ribs it's sinking in
Your deception is hurting me deeply


Oh, oh, the siren sang so sweet and watched the sailors going down
You lure people in with your charm and then bring about their downfall


Oh, oh, you talk to me in siren song; yeah, anyone would drown
Your words are deceptive and can easily trick anyone


Sick and tired of this mad desire
I am exhausted by my intense longing for you


Fluttering inside me like a hawk
My emotions for you are turbulent and intense


Wire, wire, got my hands on wires
I have the power to control the situation and expose your deception


Well, Heaven help you when I get them off
You will face consequences for your lies when I reveal the truth


Oh, the ships go down
People fall prey to your deception and suffer as a result


Following the sound
They are drawn in by your enticing words


Oh, oh, you don't do me in siren song; yeah, anyone would drown
I am aware of your deceptive ways and won't fall for them, but others may not be so lucky




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROBERT ARTHUR, TIM MENSY, ROGER SPRINGER

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