Little White Lies
Flyte Lyrics


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I don't understand that sound on the radio
When they're playing that song cause they told you to
If man makes God in his own image
It doesn't mean that it makes it true

Just a little white lie, little white lie
Bearing over to do
Little white lies, little white lies
Hanging over you

Cause love, cause love
And it's killing you
Just a little white, little white lie

Well you make a little money
Giving weight in good measure
Keep your numbers high
And the rules at bay
You could wind up in the Metro Guilty Pleasures
Once you get your name in that little black book
You can sign your life away

To little white lies, little white lies
Bearing over to do
Little white lies, little white lies
Hanging over you
Cause love, cause love and it's killing you
Just a little white lie, little white lie

I found the lumps of coal
You can't say it's over
If you don't look up, you won't catch my eye
I wonder what it feels to wake up sober
And you don't want to hear any soundbites

Little white lies, little white lies
Little white lies, little white lies




Little white lies, little white lies
Little white lies, little white lies

Overall Meaning

In "Little White Lies," Flyte uses vivid and melancholic lyrics to explore the themes of deception, disillusionment, and the dark side of fame. The opening lyrics express the singer's frustration with the superficial nature of mainstream music, as it lacks authenticity and relies on the commercial interests of the industry. The next lines suggest that when humans create gods or idols in their own image, it does not necessarily make it valid or real. The song hints that the truth is sometimes obscured or denied for the sake of appearances and conformity, which leads to a world of little white lies.


The chorus repeats the term "little white lies" as a reminder of how trivial yet corrosive deceptions can be. The phrase "bearing over to do" shows how lies can weigh down and burden a person's conscience. The lyrics go on to suggest that lies can lead to destructive behavior such as drug abuse, as the singer feels trapped by the expectations of the music industry. The lines "you can sign your life away" and "keeping your numbers high" further convey the idea that chasing fame and fortune can come at a steep price of losing one's identity and creativity. The song ends on a somber note, as the singer reflects on the emptiness of their life and the futility of chasing after illusions.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't understand that sound on the radio
I am confused by the music on the radio


When they're playing that song cause they told you to
The radio is only playing that song because they were told to


If man makes God in his own image
If people create God to be like themselves


It doesn't mean that it makes it true
It doesn't mean that God actually exists


Just a little white lie, little white lie
Just a small untruth


Bearing over to do
weighing heavily on you


Hanging over you
making you feel guilty


Cause love, cause love
Because of love, because of a relationship


And it's killing you
It is causing you pain and emotional distress


Well you make a little money
You are earning a small amount of money


Giving weight in good measure
Providing a quality product or service


Keep your numbers high
Maintain a high level of business activity


And the rules at bay
Ignoring the law or ethical standards


You could wind up in the Metro Guilty Pleasures
You might end up in a trashy publication for doing something wrong


Once you get your name in that little black book
Once you are on someone's list


You can sign your life away
You might end up getting into a bad situation


I found the lumps of coal
I discovered the unpleasant truth


You can't say it's over
You cannot pretend that the situation is resolved


If you don't look up, you won't catch my eye
If you don't pay attention, we won't connect


I wonder what it feels to wake up sober
I imagine what it would feel like to be free from the burden of addiction


And you don't want to hear any soundbites
You don't want to hear any more lies or excuses


Little white lies, little white lies
Small untruths


Little white lies, little white lies
Small untruths


Little white lies, little white lies
Small untruths


Little white lies, little white lies
Small untruths




Writer(s): Will Taylor, Nicholas Hill, Jon Supran, Sam Berridge

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CM


on Losing You

This is the saddest song I’ve ever heard. Makes me want to cry, but I can’t get it out of my head.

Miko Supran


on We Are The Rain

There is a mistake in your information. This UK band Flyte was formed in 2013. You are mixing them up with another band which is also called Flyte.

Louie Josifat


on Light Me Up

Genial :3

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