Lies
Billy Talent Lyrics


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False Conversation (lies)
Hidden agenda (lies)
You think we're stupid, how dare you?
The rug has not been pulled
Over our eyes, you fool
We can see right through

Tip-toeing villain (lies)
Eyes in the ceiling (lies)
Your false intentions have warn thin
But we've been in your room and in your closet too
We've got one on you

Lies make it better
Lies are forever
Lies to go home to
Lies you wake up to
Lies from the alter
Lies make you falter
Lies keep your mouth fed
Lies 'til your death bed
Lies

Inside an office, a fallen angel (lies)
A smilin' Buddha with snake eyes (lies)
Creates the latest trends
And I just can't pretend
Don't call me your friend

When all these lies make it better
Lies are forever
Lies to go home to
Lies you wake up to
Lies from the alter
Lies make you falter
Lies keep your mouth fed
Lies 'til your death bed

Lies they make it better
Lies they are forever
Lies to go home to
Lies you wake up to
Lies from the alter
Lies, they make you falter
Lies keep your mouth fed
Lies 'til your death bed
Lies

Lies will come back to haunt you
Bulletproof your limousine
Lies will come back to haunt you
Hit and run, a broken dream

Lies make it better
Lies are forever
Lies to go home to
Lies to wake up to
Lies from the altar
Lies make you falter
Lies keep your mouth fed
Lies 'til your death bed

Lies they make it better
Lies they are forever
Lies to go home to
Lies you wake up to
Lies from the alter
Lies, they make you falter
Lies keep your mouth fed
Lies 'til your death bed





Lies

Overall Meaning

in Billy Talent's song "Lies" is a commentary on the prevalence of deception and dishonesty in today's society. The lyrics speak about individuals who deceive others in order to get ahead or maintain their status, and how lies can become a crutch that people rely on. The song starts off by calling out those who engage in false conversation and have hidden agendas, and it makes it clear that the singer and the listeners are not fooled by them. The second verse focuses on a specific individual in an office setting who is described as a "fallen angel" and a "smiling Buddha with snake eyes". This person creates trends, but the singer doesn't want to be associated with them because they are deceptive.


Throughout the song, the chorus repeats the phrase "Lies make it better, lies are forever," emphasizing the idea that lies can be a long-term solution to problems, even though they often cause more harm than good. The repetition of this phrase also serves to reinforce the message of the song and make it more memorable for the listeners. The final lines of the song warn that lies will come back to haunt those who tell them, and that even those who try to protect themselves with material possessions like a bulletproof limousine will eventually face the consequences of their deceit.


Overall, "Lies" is a powerful song that challenges listeners to think critically about the role of dishonesty in their own lives and in society as a whole. It encourages people to be honest and genuine in their interactions with others, despite the sometimes difficult consequences of doing so.


Line by Line Meaning

False Conversation
Talking without honesty or sincere intentions


Hidden agendum
A secret motive or plan for personal gain


You think we're stupid, how dare you
Insulting our intelligence is disrespectful and arrogant


The rug has not been pulled
We have not been deceived or misled


Over our eyes you fool
We're not blind to your deceitful actions


We can see right through
We can easily recognize what you're doing


Tip-toeing villain
Acting suspiciously, trying not to get caught


Eyes in the ceiling
Constantly monitoring, watching out for any danger


Your false intentions have warn thin
We can see that your intentions are dishonest and losing credibility


But we've been in your room and in your closet too
We've investigated and searched for evidence of your lies


We've got one on you
We have evidence and can expose you


Lies make it better
Deception can temporarily improve a situation


Lies are forever
Falsehoods can have long-lasting effects and consequences


Lies to go home to
Deception can be a source of comfort and familiarity


Lies you wake up to
Even when waking up, lies can still be present and affecting the day


Lies from the altar
Lies coming from a place of worship or devotion are especially deceitful


Lies make you falter
Falsehoods can cause doubt and uncertainty in oneself


Lies keep your mouth fed
Deception can provide temporary benefits and advantages


Lies till your death bed
Lying can become a habit that lasts a lifetime


Inside an office, a fallen angel
A corrupt and immoral individual within a professional setting


A smilin' buddah with snake eyes
An apparently friendly and benign person with underlying deceitful intentions


Creates the latest trends
Influence and control over popular culture and societal norms


And i just can't pretend
I refuse to participate in deception and false behavior


Don't call me your friend
I don't want to associate myself with someone who is dishonest


Lies will come back to haunt you
Rewards of deception are short-lived when the truth eventually comes out


Bulletproof your limousine
Attempting to protect oneself from the consequences of dishonest actions


Hit and run, a broken dream
A fleeting success built on lies that will eventually come crashing down




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Aaron Solowoniuk, Ben Kowalewicz, Ian D'sa, Jon Gallant

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