Tears Don't Lie
Mark 'Oh Lyrics
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Ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaa
ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaaaa ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha
haaa.
Ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaa
ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaaaa ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha
haaa.
Tears don't lie. Tears don't lie. Tears don't lie.
Ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaa
ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaaaa ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha
haaa.
Ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaa
ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaaaa ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha
haaa.
Ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaa
ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaaaa ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha
haaa.
The lyrics to Mark 'Oh's song Tears Don't Lie speak to the idea that tears are an honest expression of emotion. The repeated phrase of "Tears don't lie" emphasizes this point, suggesting that tears cannot be faked or misinterpreted. The laughter that punctuates the song, on the other hand, adds an ambiguous element. It could be interpreted as sincere or mocking, implying that the idea of honest tears is both genuine and somewhat silly.
Overall, the lyrics seem to be about the power of raw and vulnerable emotions. Tears are typically associated with sadness, but they can also come from joy or relief. In any case, they are a sign of a deeper feeling that cannot be put into words. The song captures this ineffable quality by relying on repetition and sound instead of a clear narrative or message.
It's worth considering the context in which this song was made - it was released in the early 90s, a time when dance music was exploding in popularity. The repetitive, catchy nature of Tears Don't Lie makes it a perfect fit for clubs and parties. However, the thematic focus on emotions and vulnerability also sets it apart from many other dance songs that rely more on escapism.
Line by Line Meaning
Tears don't lie. Tears don't lie
When someone cries, it is a signal of something deep that is affecting their soul. The tears that fall from our eyes speak the truth, and we can't hide them, so it expresses our real emotions.
Ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaaaa ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa.
This line is just the musical expression of joy and energy that the artist brings to the song.
Tears don't lie. Tears don't lie. Tears don't lie.
The artist repeats this line to affirm the importance of the first line. Tears are always truthful, and people cannot hide their emotions when they cry.
Ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaaaa ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa.
Again, this line is just a continuation of the expression of joy in the music.
Tears don't lie. Tears don't lie
The artist repeats the first line to emphasize the meaning behind it again.
Ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaa ha ha ha ha haaaaa ha ha ha haaaa ha ha ha ha haaa.
This line is still just a continuation of the energy in the song.
Tears don't lie. Tears don't lie
The song ends with the artist repeating the first line one more time to remind us that tears are a reliable way to see what is really going on inside someone.
Contributed by Charlie O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Morph-ur3fx
Alter Schwede ich bin heute 39 und mit VIVA aufgewachsen. Diese Art von Musik war unsere Kindheit und Jugend.
@matthiasvogt9705
Das Lied läuft nichtmal eine Sekunde und ich bin komplett in meine Kindheit/Jugend zurückversetzt 😍❤️ das schaffen nur die Songs aus den 90ern. Die Lieder, die heutzutage produziert werden, sind schnell vergessen und werden in 20 oder 30 Jahren nicht mehr gespielt...deshalb 90s forever ❤️❤️❤️
@kargulzzapota9060
co?
@nickyynic2135
Jaaaa man eben! Genau so ist es 🥰 bin echt froh diese Zeit erlebt zu haben, jahrgang 81 🫶✌🏽 liebe Grüße an Alle aus unseren geliebten 90igern 🤩
@morph4116
Bei mir das gleiche Original👍
@awake1273
Menschen die heute jung sind werden Lieder von heute 20 oder 30 Jahren mit der gleichen Nostalgie hören wie du die Songs aus deiner Jugend. Jede Zeit wird von ihren Kindern vermisst.
@atisch1978
Bin 44, und meine Kinder (11,13)lieben auch die Lieder der 90er. 🥰
@peterbenson2736
Imagining an 8 year old Blindboy humming this song to some fella in a record shop gives me great joy
@chrisify101
Haha also here because of Blindboy
@BADeany44
you're me!