The Backs Are Made For Stabbing
Hit the Lights Lyrics


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You play this game so well
So well in fact that they can tell
But we're on to you (lets go)
Cause your act is nothing new
And we can see right through it now
But that gets old, we're warning you

[Chorus:]
So if you (swallow your pride)
Should decide to (spill your insides)
Take your time, find your spine
I swear you'll be just fine
If your backbone should find its way home
Through the whole above your neck (is where the trap is set)

You look so obvious, predictable,
And some day your games will catch up to you
So obvious,
And we all know
That some day your games will catch up to
(right now)

You thought I'd fall for your lies
You thought I'd cut off all ties
And if we'd regret this we'd we dead

You show me yours, I'll show you mine
You know sincerity grows in time
Sing it with me if you can

[Chorus]
So if you (swallow your pride)
Should decide to (spill your insides)
Take your time, find your spine
I swear you'll be just fine
If your backbone should find its way home
Through the whole above your neck (is where the trap is set)

You look so obvious...predictable..
And some day your games will catch up to you
So obvious...
And we all know
That some day your games will catch up

So cut the apologies in your wrist
And the guilt trip from fingertips
I'm on to you, we're on to you
Now wear this excuse around your neck
I'll kick the chair out from your legs
I'm on to you, we're on to you

You look so obvious, predictable,
And some day your games will catch up to you
So obvious,
And we all know




That some day your games will catch up,
Right now

Overall Meaning

The song "The Backs Are Made for Stabbing" by Hit the Lights is a powerful commentary on how some people live their lives by lies and deception. The lyrics describe a situation where the subject has been caught lying and cheating, and the band is calling out their behavior. The chorus urges the subject to come clean and be honest with themselves and others, advising them to take their time and find their spine. The song seems to be saying that sooner or later, their games will catch up to them and that it is better to face the truth than to lie and deceive.


The lyrics are full of anger and frustration, but also a sense of determination to expose the subject's lies. The tune is fast-paced and energetic, further adding to the sense of urgency in the lyrics. The song is a warning to those who try to manipulate others, a call-out to stand up and be honest, to face the consequences of their actions.


Overall, the song is a passionate and powerful message about honesty and integrity. It is a call to stop lying to others and to ourselves, to take responsibility for our actions, and to live a life of authenticity and honesty.


Line by Line Meaning

You play this game so well
You are incredibly good at deceiving and manipulating others


So well in fact that they can tell
Your skills in playing this manipulative game have become very obvious to those around you


But we're on to you (lets go)
We are aware of your tactics and will not fall for them anymore


Cause your act is nothing new
Your deceitful behavior is nothing original, we have seen it before from people like you


And we can see right through it now
We have become very familiar with your tactics and can easily detect your deception


But that gets old, we're warning you
We are becoming tired of your constant deceit and are warning you to stop


So if you (swallow your pride)
If you can humble yourself and admit your guilt


Should decide to (spill your insides)
If you confess the truth about your deceitful behavior


Take your time, find your spine
Take all the time you need to build the courage to tell the truth


I swear you'll be just fine
There is nothing to fear about confessing, we will support you


If your backbone should find its way home
If you can find the courage to be honest and truthful


Through the whole above your neck (is where the trap is set)
The real danger lies in the lies in your head, which can end up trapping you


You look so obvious, predictable,
Your deceitful behavior has become so very predictable


And some day your games will catch up to you
Your deceitful behavior will eventually lead to negative consequences


And we all know
Everyone around you is aware of your manipulation


That some day your games will catch up to (right now)
Your deceitful actions have caught up to you and we are calling you out for them


You thought I'd fall for your lies
You expected me to believe your lies, but I won't fall for them anymore


You thought I'd cut off all ties
You assumed that I would end our relationship, but I am much stronger than that


And if we'd regret this we'd we dead
If we were to make the mistake of trusting you again, it could end up killing us


You show me yours, I'll show you mine
If you are willing to admit your wrongdoing, then I am willing to show you compassion and forgiveness


You know sincerity grows in time
Honesty and authenticity take time to develop, but they are crucial for building trust and healthy relationships


Sing it with me if you can
Join me in the journey towards being honest and authentic


So cut the apologies in your wrist
You should stop trying to excuse your behavior with apologies that you don't really mean


And the guilt trip from fingertips
Stop trying to manipulate us with your fake guilt


I'm on to you, we're on to you
We are not fooled by your lies and are aware of your deception


Now wear this excuse around your neck
Take responsibility for your dishonest behavior and wear the consequences of your actions


I'll kick the chair out from your legs
I will not support you in your deceitful behavior any longer


You look so obvious, predictable,
Your deceitful behavior has become so very predictable


And some day your games will catch up to you
Your deceitful behavior will eventually lead to negative consequences


And we all know
Everyone around you is aware of your manipulation


That some day your games will catch up (right now)
Your deceitful actions have caught up to you and we are calling you out for them




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