The truth
Lang Jonny Lyrics
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I love the way you smile
Every breath that I breathe
Like I breath you into me
I can't escape
You are the drug I need
Hopelessly chained
and I cannot be released
baby I don't want to leave
None of this is really real,
I know it's all make believe
[Chorus:]
But I don't want to know the truth,
I'd rather just believe the lie
Tell me this is who we are,
even if it's just a lie
Don't tell me when the morning comes
You can keep the secret if you try,
if you ever loved me baby,
then keep it for the rest of your life,
cause I don't want to know the truth
I take the stage
but I don't want to be there
when you pulling the strings
make them dance, make them sing
So long with the show
Yeah we know how the story ends
The curtain goes up oooh
I took the stage and I'll pretend
That this ain't my life
and this ain't by heart
and you're not the one tearing it apart
[Chorus]
Can we make a vow
We'll never confess
Could never get out
Be better if we let it rain
[Chorus]
In Lang Jonny's song The Truth, the lyrics describe the complicated and toxic nature of a relationship. The first verse describes the intense attraction and dependency the singer has on their partner despite knowing that they are a "disease" and metaphorically consuming them like a drug. The singer declares themselves to be hopelessly chained and unable to escape, acknowledging their prisoner status but not wanting to leave. However, the singer is also aware that none of their situation is real and all just make-believe, which adds a layer of confusion to their feelings.
The chorus then reveals the singer's desire to stay in the lie and not know the truth about their partner's true nature or the reality of their relationship. They assert that they would rather continue believing in the facade they have created for themselves, even if it means living in ignorance. The second verse brings up the idea of a stage and performing, which could be a metaphor for the singer's relationship being like a performance where they pretend everything is okay. However, the singer is tired of pretending and being controlled by their partner, who they accuse of tearing apart their heart.
Overall, the song portrays a complicated web of emotions between two people who are both aware of the toxic nature of their relationship but are still unable to let go. The singer's desire to live in ignorance and continue being a part of the performance highlights the fear of facing reality and moving on.
Line by Line Meaning
You're a disease
You have a negative impact on my life
I love the way you smile
I am still attracted to you despite the damage you cause
Every breath that I breathe
Like I breath you into me
You have consumed me so much that I cannot escape you
I can't escape
You are the drug I need
I am addicted to you and cannot leave
Hopelessly chained
and I cannot be released
I am trapped in this situation and cannot escape
I'm a prisoner here
baby I don't want to leave
Even though I am trapped, I still do not want to leave
None of this is really real,
I know it's all make believe
I am aware that this relationship is not built on reality
But I don't want to know the truth,
I'd rather just believe the lie
I would rather continue living in this false reality than face the truth
Tell me this is who we are,
even if it's just a lie
I want to keep believing in this false reality regardless of the truth
Don't tell me when the morning comes
You can keep the secret if you try,
Please continue hiding the truth from me even if it means keeping a secret
if you ever loved me baby,
then keep it for the rest of your life,
If you ever cared about me, keep this secret for the rest of your life
cause I don't want to know the truth
I want to continue living in this false reality
I take the stage
but I don't want to be there
I am present in this relationship but I do not want to be
when you pulling the strings
make them dance, make them sing
You are controlling the relationship and making everyone follow your lead
So long with the show
Yeah we know how the story ends
This relationship is not going to end well and we both know it
The curtain goes up oooh
I took the stage and I'll pretend
Despite knowing the truth, I will continue to pretend that everything is okay
That this ain't my life
and this ain't by heart
and you're not the one tearing it apart
I am trying to convince myself that this relationship is not affecting me in a negative way
Can we make a vow
We'll never confess
Could never get out
Be better if we let it rain
Let's make a pact to never confess the truth and continue living in this false reality
cause I don't want to know the truth
I want to continue living in this false reality
Contributed by Addison N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Team P0SEID0N
I've got to get this album! Jonny Lang, singing from the heart like never before!
vive la vie
Is the best album Jonny make ..
Pat Langhurst
My favorite on this album! Please don't ever stop singing/playing the blues Jonny.
Tencee G.
Beautiful! songs that have meaning...Love him, Love his music...
Music from the heart
absolutely awesome!! we love all you songs!! and we play them often
Gary Parsons
I love it and it just dont get old.
James Barnes
GREAT SONG!!
Lise DeLottinville
Wowwwwww, awesome album and amazing song!!
Nature's Wild
One of my favorites on this album...the guitar intro is rather "Godfather" like. :) LOVE!
C. Marengo
Jonny, Yep...You´ve got the blues... Love all the music I heard from You...couple of weeks from You. From the canaries, all my love and regards, Keep promoting emotions! :)