Kisses Don't Lie
Rihanna Lyrics

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Kisses don't
No they don't
Never don't lie
You can run if you want but you can't hide
Telling you its the truth don't you ask why
Kisses don't
No they don't
Kisses don't lie

Emotions come and go
Who knows how the wind will blow?
There's so little in this world to trust in
Seduce themselves with lies
Some don't realize
They call it love but its really only lusting

So you see you and me
We're getting close to the danger zone
Show me how tell me now
Should I stay or should I go
'Cause I'm caught between yes and no

'Cause when you kiss me
I feel everything that I been missing
I try to slow down but my heart won't listen
And its tearing me all up inside
And when you touch me
I feel a rush but I'm afraid that it might crush me
Should I put my trust in something I don't trust in
I try to run but there's no place to hide
'Cause baby kisses don't lie

Kisses don't
No they don't
Never don't lie
You can run if you want but you can't hide
Telling you its the truth don't you ask why
Kisses don't
No they don't
Kisses don't lie

You whisper in my ear
But are your words sincere
Cause pretty words can cut just like a knife
You see I'm nobody's fool
I play by my own rules
So please think twice before you step into my life

So you see you and me
We're getting close to the danger zone
Show me how tell me now
Should I stay or should I go
'Cause I'm caught between yes and no

'Cause when you kiss me
I feel everything that I been missing
I try to slow down but my heart won't listen
And its tearing me all up inside
And when you touch me
I feel a rush but I'm afraid that it might crush me
Should I put my trust in something I don't trust in
I try to run but there's no place to hide
'Cause baby kisses don't lie

Kisses don't
No they don't
Never don't lie
You can run if you want but you can't hide
Telling you its the truth don't you ask why
Kisses don't
No they don't
Kisses don't lie

Kisses don't
No they don't
Never don't lie
You can run if you want but you can't hide
Telling you its the truth don't you ask why
Kisses don't
No they don't
Kisses don't lie

So you see you and me
We're getting close to the danger zone
Show me how tell me now
Should I stay or should I go
'Cause I'm caught between yes and no

'Cause when you kiss me
I feel everything that I been missing
I try to slow down but my heart won't listen
And its tearing me all up inside
And when you touch me
I feel a rush but I'm afraid that it might crush me
Should I put my trust in something I don't trust in
I try to run but there's no place to hide
'Cause baby kisses don't lie

Kisses don't
No they don't
Never don't lie
You can run if you want but you can't hide
Telling you its the truth don't you ask why
Kisses don't

No they don't
Kisses don't lie

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Rihanna's song "Don't Lie" express the idea that physical affection, such as kisses, cannot deceive and are truthful in their emotional expression. The chorus repeats the idea that "kisses don't lie" and asserts that truthfulness is not dependent on an explanation or justification. The verse contrasts the instability of emotions and uncertainty in trust with the reliability of physical affection as a representation of honesty.

The lyrics reflect the struggles of navigating romantic relationships, and the fear and uncertainty that come with trusting someone with one's heart. Rihanna speaks to the power of physical touch, and the confusion that can arise when it doesn't align with the emotional uncertainties that people feel.

Overall, "Don't Lie" is a plea for honesty in a world full of doubt and deception, with Rihanna ultimately deciding that she can trust the power of physical affection to tell her what she needs to know about a potential lover.

Line by Line Meaning

Kisses don't
Physical affection and intimacy do not deceive

No they don't
It is a fact that kisses don't lie

Never don't lie
Kisses always tell the truth and cannot be false

You can run if you want but you can't hide
You can try to avoid the truth, but it will catch up to you eventually

Telling you its the truth don't you ask why
Even if you question or doubt the truth, it remains unchanged

Emotions come and go
Feelings are fleeting and temporary

Who knows how the wind will blow?
It is unpredictable how things will turn out

There's so little in this world to trust in
It is difficult to find reliable and trustworthy things in life

Seduce themselves with lies
People deceive themselves with falsehoods

Some don't realize
Some are unaware of their self-deception

They call it love but its really only lusting
Some mistake infatuation or desire for genuine love

So you see you and me
We are in a situation together

We're getting close to the danger zone
Our relationship is approaching a risky or potentially harmful situation

Show me how tell me now
Demonstrate to me and inform me immediately

Should I stay or should I go
Undecided if I should continue or end our relationship

'Cause I'm caught between yes and no
I am conflicted and torn between two decisions

'Cause when you kiss me
Because when we kiss and engage in intimacy

I feel everything that I been missing
I experience all the emotions and sensations that have been lacking in my life

I try to slow down but my heart won't listen
I attempt to restrain myself but my emotions and desires overpower my logical thinking

And its tearing me all up inside
It is emotionally and mentally distressing and overwhelming

And when you touch me
When you physically connect with me

I feel a rush but I'm afraid that it might crush me
I experience a surge of feelings but am fearful it will be too intense or hurt me in the end

Should I put my trust in something I don't trust in
I question if it is wise to rely on something that I doubt or have uncertainties about

I try to run but there's no place to hide
I attempt to escape or avoid but there is nowhere to escape the truth or my feelings

'Cause baby kisses don't lie
Because physical intimacy always speaks the truth

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Robyn Fenty, Evan A Rogers, Carl Allen Sturken

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