liar
SeX PisTOLs Lyrics
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You lie lie lie, tell me why
Tell me why, why d'you have to lie
Should've realized that you
Should've told the truth
Should've realized you know what I'll do
You're in suspension you're a liar
Now I wanna know, now-now I wanna known why
You never look me in the face
Broke a confidence just to please your ego
Should've realized you know what I know
You're in suspension you're a liar
I know where you go everybody you know
I know everything that you do or say
So when you tell lies I always be in your way
I'm nobody's fool and I know all 'cause I know
What I know
You're in suspension you're a liar
You're a liar
You're a liar
Lie lie lie lie lie lie liar
Lie lie lie lie you liar lie lie lie
I think you're funny you're funny ha ha
I don't need it don't need your blah blah
Should've realized I don't know what you are
You're in suspension
You're in suspension
You're in suspension
You're a liar
You're a liar
You're lie liar lie
The song "Liar" by the Sex Pistols is a commentary on deception, dishonesty, and the consequences that come with it. The lyrics repeatedly accuse someone of lying, and ask them to explain why they feel the need to do so. The singer is frustrated by the lies and implies that the liar is not to be trusted. They should have told the truth, and the listener points out that they know what the liar will do, meaning that they are not surprised by their behavior.
The chorus, "you're in suspension, you're a liar" can be interpreted in a couple of ways. It could mean that the liar is in a state of uncertainty, as if they are hanging in mid-air, waiting to be judged for their actions. Alternately, it could mean that the liar is suspended from the singer's life, that they are no longer trusted or welcome in their world.
As the song progresses, the listener hints that they know more than the liar might have thought. They know where the liar goes and everyone they know. Furthermore, they claim to know everything that the liar does or says. This is a warning to the liar that they are being watched and that their lies will eventually catch up with them.
One interesting fact is that the song was released in 1978 as a single, but it did not appear on any album until the 1987 reissues. Additionally, the song's music video features singer Johnny Rotten in clown makeup, and the lyrics "you're a liar" are repeatedly flashed on the screen.
Another interesting fact is that the song was banned by the BBC shortly after its release due to its explicit lyrics and anti-establishment message. The ban only fueled the popularity and cult following of the group.
Line by Line Meaning
Lie lie lie lie you liar
You are a dishonest person who repeatedly tells lies
You lie lie lie, tell me why
Why do you feel the need to lie, and lie again?
Tell me why, why d'you have to lie
Please tell me the reason of you being dishonest and why you keep lying
Should've realized that you
You should have recognized the significance of your lies
Should've told the truth
You should have been honest and told the truth
Should've realized you know what I'll do
You should have understood the consequences of your dishonesty
You're in suspension you're a liar
You are suspended and you are being called out as a liar
Now I wanna know, now-now I wanna known why
I want an explanation, why do you keep lying to me?
You never look me in the face
You are avoiding my face because you know you are not telling the truth
Broke a confidence just to please your ego
You betrayed your confidence with me just to make yourself feel better
Should've realized you know what I know
You should have been aware that I know the truth
I know where you go everybody you know
I am aware of your movements and everyone you interact with
I know everything that you do or say
I know all of your actions and words
So when you tell lies I always be in your way
I will always interfere when you tell lies because I know the truth
I'm nobody's fool and I know all 'cause I know
I am not gullible and I know all because I am aware of the truth
You're in suspension you're a liar
You are still suspended and should not be trusted
You're a liar
You are a dishonest person
You're lie liar lie
You continuously tell lies
I think you're funny you're funny ha ha
I have no respect for you and find you amusing in a negative way
I don't need it don't need your blah blah
I do not require your lies or excuses
Should've realized I don't know what you are
You should have realized that I do not trust you and your true character is unknown
You're in suspension
You are still under suspension and not to be trusted
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Paul Thomas Cook, Stephen Philip Jones, John Lydon, Glen Matlock
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