liar
It’s Alive Lyrics
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I'm so disappointed
I'm ashamed of all the ways
You've got to me
Laughing on the outside
While you're dying on the inside
You know, you're a liar
You can live without a face there
You know, you're a liar
Behind the wheel of a life
With no control
No conscience and barely a soul
And does it scare you to know
You can't pretend anymore
Cause I'm behind every door you run to
Laughing on the outside
While you're dying on the inside
You know, you're a liar
I hope you find a place where
You can live without a face there
You know, you're a liar
Well I've made mistakes in my life
But nothing compares to your lies
You're a liar, you're a liar, you're a liar!
Laughing on the outside
While you're dying on the inside
You know, you're a liar
I hope you find a place where
You can live without a face there
You know, you're a liar
Yeah!
You know, you're a liar...
The lyrics of It's Alive's "Liar" are about someone who has been betrayed by a liar. The singer expresses their disappointment and shame at being deceived and hurt by the person they trusted. The liar is described as laughing on the outside while dying on the inside, suggesting that they may be struggling with guilt and their own inner demons. The singer wishes for the liar to find a place where they can live without a face, perhaps acknowledging that the liar is not being true to themselves or others.
The second verse goes deeper into the psyche of the liar, describing them as being behind the wheel of a life with no control, no conscience, and barely a soul. The singer challenges the liar, asking if it scares them to know that they can no longer pretend and that the singer is behind every door they run to. This suggests that the singer is ready to expose the liar's deception and bring the truth to light.
The final verse acknowledges that the singer has made mistakes in their own life, but nothing compares to the lies of the person they are addressing. The chorus repeats the message that the liar is a liar, emphasizing the betrayal and deception.
Overall, "Liar" is a powerful expression of hurt and anger at being deceived by someone the singer trusted. It's a song that many people can relate to, as we've all been lied to at some point in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
So, here I stand
I am present in this moment, facing a situation that has caused me great disappointment and shame.
I'm so disappointed
I feel let down by something or someone, and it has affected me deeply.
I'm ashamed of all the ways
I feel guilty and regretful about the choices and actions that have led me to this point.
You've got to me
Your behavior and actions have caused me to feel hurt, betrayed, and disrespected.
Laughing on the outside
You use humor and a façade of happiness to mask your true emotions and intentions.
While you're dying on the inside
Inside, you are struggling and suffering in a way that you do not show or express outwardly.
You know, you're a liar
I am calling you out for being dishonest and deceitful.
I hope you find a place where
I want you to discover a setting or situation where you can be yourself without resorting to lies and manipulation.
You can live without a face there
I want you to find a place where you can be honest and transparent, without needing to put on a false persona to impress or control others.
Behind the wheel of a life
You are in control of your choices and actions, and the consequences that come with them.
With no control
You have lost the ability to steer your life in a positive direction, and are instead driven by your own negative and manipulative tendencies.
No conscience and barely a soul
You lack empathy and a sense of morality, and your behavior is driven purely by your own self-interest.
And does it scare you to know
I wonder if you are afraid to face the truth about yourself and your actions.
You can't pretend anymore
I will no longer allow you to deceive me or others with your lies and manipulations.
Cause I'm behind every door you run to
I am aware of your attempts to hide or escape from the consequences of your actions, and will not let you get away with it.
Well I've made mistakes in my life
I am not claiming to be perfect and have made my own errors in judgment and behavior.
But nothing compares to your lies
However, your dishonesty and manipulations are far worse than any mistakes I have made.
You're a liar, you're a liar, you're a liar!
I am emphasizing the fact that you are a liar, and I will not tolerate your behavior any longer.
Yeah!
I am expressing a sense of satisfaction or triumph in standing up to you and exposing your lies.
You know, you're a liar...
I am reiterating the fact that you are dishonest and manipulative, and I will not let you continue to deceive me or others.
Contributed by Julia S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.