Lie
Dream Theater Lyrics

Daybreak
The beginning of a new day

At the bottom of lake
Feeling trapped and suffocated in a situation

It's a hundred degrees a I can't breath
Feeling extremely uncomfortable and suffocating in the given situation

And I won't get out
Refusing to leave the current situation until it is resolved

'til I figure it out
Determined to find a way out of the situation

Thought I'm weak like I can't believe
Feeling powerless and helpless

So you tell me "trust me" I can trust you
Seeking reassurance and support from someone

Just let me show you
Offering to help out of the situation

But I gotta work it out in a shadow of doubt
Feeling uncertain and unsure, but still trying to resolve the situation

Cause I don't know if I know you
Lacking trust in the person trying to help

Doing fine, but don't waste me time
Feeling impatient and wanting to get to the point

Tell me what it is you want to say
Requesting straightforward communication

You sin, you win, just let me in - hurry
Encouraging the person to not delay and let them help

I've been out in the rain all day
Emphasizing their willingness to help even if it's difficult

Don't tell me you wanted me
Not wanting false promises or flattery

Don't tell me you thought of me
Not wanting empty gestures of consideration

I won't, I swear I won't
Reiterating the importance of honesty

(did)
Admitting to having been deceived

I'll try, I swear I'll try
Willingness to work things out

(lie)
Acknowledging past dishonest actions

Mother Mary quite contrary
Using Mary's name as a metaphor for a deceiving person

Kiss the boys and make them wary
Being wary of a deceptive person who has used charm to deceive others

Things are getting just a little bit scary
Feeling uneasy about the situation

It's a wonder I can still breath
Feeling overwhelmed and suffocated

Never been much of a doubting thomas
Not usually suspicious

But nothing breaks like a broken promise
The damage of a broken promise is significant and long-lasting

You tell me 'bout your two more coming
Hearing yet more promises from the deceptive person

But once is just enough for me
No longer willing to be deceived

I had gotten used to being a soul destroyed
Having become accustomed to emotional pain

She comes in apparently to fill the void
A new person arrives to try and help heal the emotional pain

All dogs need a leash and
Comparing human relationships to that of a pet owner and their dog

At least I'll forget it
Taking a chance on a new relationship to forget the past pain

And she would never hurt me though she's never said it
Hoping for the best and trusting the new person

But I'm not gonna ask her today
Hesitant to ask for reassurance

I don't want to scare her away
Worried about the consequences of asking

Oh, Your, town, I'm all alone
Feeling lonely and disconnected

And I, just can't, stare at the phone
Longing for communication and connection

I want to talk about lifelong mistakes
Desiring a deep, meaningful conversation

And you can tell your stepfather I said so
Passing on a message to someone else, perhaps symbolizing feelings of anger or resentment