truth
Michael Sweet Lyrics


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They burn your ears with what they say
And they pretend to care with their display
The lies they feed you soothe your mind
Deceiving you from what you'll find

Open your eyes can't you see it
Separates the soul, body and spirit
Forgives, forgets and sets you free
It's calling you to eternity, it's





Overall Meaning

Michael Sweet's song Truth is a call for listeners to recognize the lies and deception surrounding them and seek the truth that will set them free. The lyrics convey the idea that those in positions of power often use false promises and pretty words to manipulate people into conforming to their agenda. The use of the phrase "burn your ears" emphasizes the severity of the lies being told and the harm they can cause.


The second half of the first verse suggests that the lies being told may be comforting in the short term, but ultimately prevent individuals from discovering their true selves and their place in the world. The chorus encourages the listener to open their eyes and recognize the lies for what they are before they become too entrenched in them.


The final lines of the chorus are perhaps the most powerful, as they suggest that the truth will lead the listener to "eternity." This could refer to a spiritual or religious concept of an afterlife, but could also simply mean a life of purpose and fulfillment freed from the lies of those around them.


Line by Line Meaning

They burn your ears with what they say
People say hurtful and untrue things that affect you deeply and hurt your ears


And they pretend to care with their display
People act like they care but they are really just pretending and putting on a show


The lies they feed you soothe your mind
People tell you lies that make you feel better and calm your mind, but they are not true


Deceiving you from what you'll find
The lies deceive you and prevent you from discovering the truth


Open your eyes can't you see it
You need to wake up and see the truth that is right in front of you


Separates the soul, body and spirit
The truth is what separates your soul, body, and spirit


Forgives, forgets and sets you free
The truth is forgiving and freeing, allowing you to let go of things and move on


It's calling you to eternity, it's the truth
The truth is guiding you towards eternity and it is the only way to find true freedom and peace




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