They Lie
Die Happy Lyrics


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(Music: T. Mewes; Lyrics: Marta Jandová)

Comin to a place where people go to To talk, to see and to be seen It makes you feel good, to see nice smiles And her nice words about yourself You think "I'm loved, they like me"

They lie, is it scareness or game They smile when I show my pain Why is this the taste if fame They lie, I cry

Lovely enemy
The world are gettng bigger With little tunnels to the world 'Cause when I find out, I shiver Everbody's digging in the dirt





They lie, is it scareness or game They smile when I show my pain Why is this the taste if fame They lie, I cry

Overall Meaning

The song "They Lie" by Die Happy explores the theme of deception, specifically how people hide their true feelings behind lies and deceit. The song begins with the singer describing a social setting where people come to be seen and heard. Despite the apparent admiration and niceties, the singer has an underlying sense of dissatisfaction and suspicion. The words "They lie, is it scareness or game?" suggest that the deception is a tactic for self-preservation or manipulation.


The chorus of the song echoes this sentiment, with the singer lamenting how people smile when she shows her pain, but whether this is out of fear or a calculated move is unclear. The line "Why is this the taste of fame?" is especially poignant, suggesting that being in the public eye involves a certain level of deception and manipulation.


As the song progresses, the singer's sense of disillusionment increases. The world is getting larger, with more opportunities for people to dig into each other's lives and uncover hidden truths. The final line "Lovely enemy" is a somewhat ambiguous conclusion to the song, leaving room for interpretation. It could refer to the deceitful people themselves or the singer's own tendency to be drawn to toxic relationships.


Overall, "They Lie" is a powerful commentary on human nature and the complexities of interpersonal relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

Comin to a place where people go to To talk, to see and to be seen
Arriving at a social gathering where people converse, socialize, and put their best foot forward for others to see.


It makes you feel good, to see nice smiles And her nice words about yourself
The positive affirmation and compliments received at such events often boosts one's ego and reinforces their self-image.


You think 'I'm loved, they like me'
The flattery and attention received can make one feel that they are being genuinely liked and loved by those around them.


They lie, is it scareness or game
Despite the smiles and compliments, one questions the sincerity of these interactions and wonders if they are rooted in fear or merely a social game.


They smile when I show my pain
Even when one reveals their vulnerabilities and struggles, the people around them continue to put on a façade of happiness.


Why is this the taste if fame
The fame and attention gained from these social gatherings and interactions is often tainted by the realization that it may be insincere and shallow.


They lie, I cry
The harsh truth behind these interactions can often be emotionally distressing, causing one to cry despite the outward appearance of happiness.


The world are gettng bigger
As the world becomes more interconnected, social gatherings become more frequent and access to others becomes easier.


With little tunnels to the world
Advances in communication technology and social media create virtual pathways that connect individuals and allow them to interact and present themselves to others.


'Cause when I find out, I shiver
The realization that these social interactions and virtual connections may be less genuine and sincere than they appear can evoke feelings of discomfort and unease.


Everbody's digging in the dirt
As more people engage in these social and virtual interactions, the competitive nature of these experiences can often lead to individuals 'digging up dirt' on each other, revealing secrets or personal information for personal gain or satisfaction.




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Sturmwolf

Hab den Song mit 21 gehört, jetzt nach 8 Jahren kann ich ihn fühlen und nachvollziehen : )
Danke! von ganzen ♥

LINCOLN H

Another great song from an equally great band!!
Die Happy have never disappointed, album after album they write good honest music!

Can't wait to hear the new album EVERLOVE on 28 Feb!!!
#DieHappyAUS

Beitie Beitie

Thank you for another great album! True fan here, and I LOVE it!

Gabriela Lee

Ona je naprosto úžasná!

Kat Dolejšová

Dlouho jsem hledala skupiny/zpěváka, který se mi bude líbit jak stylem tak hudbou.. NAŠLA jsem! Jste skvělí, hrajte dáál! :) :*

K. Smith

Hermosisima rola :3

The big U

super video! 1:58 krásná pasáž:)

Karolína Zieglová

awwww!!!! sooo goood! i can't wait for the new CD!! 
Love U, Die Happy ♥

Rumpel

Deutschlands beste Rockband, period! Die haben mich, als sie noch jung und hungrig waren, live schon so dermaßen weggeblasen.

Lenka Říhová

Konečně jsem našla skupinu, kterou jsem si hned zamilovala. Martu úplně zbožňuju-jak na jevišti, tak v gymplu s ručením omezeným.

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