Liar
Cross Lyrics


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Hey
When my lady walks into the room
The lights come on to her sweet perfume
I didn't know the devils by her side
There I stood I had nothing to hide

My love could teach the blind to see
My love's the wildest mystery
My love said she'd be the one
Now I know
Baby you're a liar
You're a liar

I wasn't watching for the danger signs
And I never read between the lines
She says c'mon boy can you do your thang
So I turned around still wondering

When my love dances she makes me cry
My love dances with me tonight
My love said she's be the one
But now I know
Baby you're a liar
Oh you're a liar
A liar
But I'm still burning with desire

With the look of a panther
I got lost in the jungle
No I can't help myself again
I can't help myself
Baby you're a liar

My love could teach the blind to see
My love's the wildest mystery
My love said she'd be the one
Now I know
Baby you're a liar
Oh yeah you're a liar
A liar
I'm burning with desire
Oh baby you're a liar
Oh baby you're a liar (you're a liar)
Oh baby you're a liar (you've bin known to veer from the truth)

Lies
You're a liar
You're telling me lies
Baby you're a liar
Lies
I'm burning with desire




Lies
Baby you're a liar

Overall Meaning

The song "Liar" by Christopher Cross tells the story of a man who has been deceived by the person he loves. He describes his lady as someone who walks into a room and instantly captivates the attention of everyone around her. However, he later finds out that she has a dark side and is not what she appears to be. The man feels hurt and betrayed because he trusted his love and believed in her.


The lyrics are a mix of emotions – from admiration to anger and disbelief. At first, the man is grateful for the love he has received from his lady. He believes her to be the one who can teach the blind to see and bring him the wildest of mysteries. However, later on, he realizes that she has been lying to him about who she is, and he is hurt. Despite this, he cannot seem to let go of his burning desire for her.


The song's chorus is a repetitive reminder of the betrayal, with the man calling his love a liar. The lyrics are a strong expression of the emotions one goes through after finding out that someone they loved was not who they thought they were.


Line by Line Meaning

When my lady walks into the room
As soon as my lover enters the room, everything lights up with her delightful scent.


The lights come on to her sweet perfume
My lover's scent is so captivating that it makes everything light up as she walks by.


I didn't know the devils by her side
I was unaware of the evil beside my lover.


There I stood I had nothing to hide
I found myself standing exposed, with nothing left to conceal.


My love could teach the blind to see
My love is so enlightening and powerful that she could help the blind regain their sight.


My love's the wildest mystery
My love is a riddle that is unfathomable and unpredictable.


My love said she'd be the one
My love promised to be the only one for me.


Now I know Baby you're a liar You're a liar
I've come to realize that my lover has been untruthful with me throughout our relationship.


I wasn't watching for the danger signs
I was unaware of any indications that danger may be present.


And I never read between the lines
I failed to recognize any hidden messages in my lover's words or actions.


She says c'mon boy can you do your thang
My lover wanted me to show her what I'm capable of.


So I turned around still wondering
I was uncertain about what to do next, so I simply turned around.


When my love dances she makes me cry
My lover's dancing is so emotional that it moves me to tears.


My love dances with me tonight
My lover and I are dancing together tonight.


But now I know Baby you're a liar Oh you're a liar A liar
Despite all the good times we've shared, I've realized that my lover has been dishonest with me all along.


But I'm still burning with desire
Despite knowing the truth about my lover, my desire for her remains unchanged.


With the look of a panther I got lost in the jungle
My lover's expression was so fierce and captivating that I felt like I was lost in a dangerous jungle.


No I can't help myself again I can't help myself
Even though I know I should avoid my dishonest lover, I can't resist her charm.


Baby you're a liar
My lover has been deceitful with me.


Lies You're a liar You're telling me lies Baby you're a liar Lies I'm burning with desire Lies Baby you're a liar
My lover has been lying to me, and despite this knowledge, I can't extinguish the burning desire I feel for her.




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Tara Singh

Hey
When my lady walks into the room
The lights come on to her sweet perfume
I didn't know the devils by her side
There I stood I had nothing to hide
My love could teach the blind to see
My love's the wildest mystery
My love said she'd be the one
Now I know
Baby you're a liar
You're a liar
I wasn't watching for the danger signs
And I never read between the lines
She says c'mon boy can you do your thang
So I turned around still wondering
When my love dances she makes me cry
My love dances with me tonight
My love said she's be the one
But now I know
Baby you're a liar
Oh you're a liar
A liar
But I'm still burning with desire
With the look of a panther
I got lost in the jungle
No I can't help myself again
I can't help myself
Baby you're a liar
My love could teach the blind to see
My love's the wildest mystery
My love said she'd be the one
Now I know
Baby you're a liar
Oh yeah you're a liar
A liar
I'm burning with desire
Oh baby you're a liar
Oh baby you're a liar (you're a liar)
Oh baby you're a liar (you've bin known to veer from the truth)
Lies
You're a liar
You're telling me lies
Baby you're a liar
Lies
I'm burning with desire
Lies
Baby you're a liar



All comments from YouTube:

Fabian Sanson

That's quite a good band, but I'm not pretty sure whether I'd feel very comfortable by being the drummer in Roger Taylor's band o_o

Fabian Sanson

@shannon heraty 😂 ye, pretty much

timoth33

im good friends with his daughter-

Sloppylicious

@Sammibluegirl The contrast is a good point. The input by the others truly enhanced it all. It definately wasn't just "Roger Taylor and band". So bad it didn't last long. I wish 2/4Queen would have concidered going solo or create a new band together, rather than this Queen+ shit ongoing for years now.

Sammibluegirl

@Sloppylicious I don't mind Shove It actually, after all it was Cowboys and Indians that got me into the Cross more than half a decade ago, but I see what you mean when you say it's dated, bc compared to the other two is a sheer contrast.
My Queen top three change so often, but right now they are Innuendo, The Miracle, and Queen 1.

Sloppylicious

@Sammibluegirl I think Shove It didn't age well. To me it just feels somehow arbitrary. But I guess it has to do with the "80s sound". It can be really decent or pure gold.
The thing with Queen is that any album does have at least one song I truly hate what downgrades the album as such. I guess I like The Miracle best followed by News of the World and The Works.

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Liza Weight

Can we all just appreciate the fact it’s a good song and not just how roger looks. He’s more than just a pretty face

Heather Gall

I never thought that at the age of 61 I'd be sighing like a schoolgirl n saying inane things like "My God he's so cool!". Love this song n love HIM!

Samantha Geraldine

@Margaret Tyler so true!! having fun shouldn't be embarrassing XD

awarenessvillage

I'm with you ladies!

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