Talk Is Cheap And I've Got Expensive Taste
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You've got some nerve
And I'm a nervous wreck
And you're scared to death
These are fighting words
I'm getting off my chest

God bless you and your secrets
You've got a way with words
But you really need to hear this

If things were better
Without me ever knowing the truth
These ties will sever, so long, forever
I hope everything works out for you

Better the devil you know
Than the devil that you don't
You said it with such a straight face
The kind I'd like to break

If things were better
Without me ever knowing the truth
These ties will sever, so long, forever
I hope everything works out for you

Hey, I'm on to you
They say you've got a way with words
But I could say a thing or two

First of all I know you're a liar
You already burnt that bridge over the water
So let's get this story straight, here's your last chance
You're lies can't hide your shaking, nervous hands

I saved the best shots I've got for you
This is my best shot
(Don't move)

If things were better
Without me ever knowing the truth
These ties will sever, so long, forever
I hope everything works out for you

If things were better
Without me ever knowing the truth
These ties will sever, so long, forever
I hope everything works out for you
(If things were better without me ever)

I hope everything works out for you
(If things were better without me ever)
I hope everything works out for you
(If things were better without me ever)

I hope everything works out for you




(If things were better without me ever)
I hope everything works out for you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Search The City's song "Talk Is Cheap And I've Got Expensive Taste" are loaded with emotional intensity and a sense of betrayal. The song portrays the emotional turmoil caused by the revelation of the truth, with the singer expressing their feelings of anger and frustration towards an individual who is prone to manipulate and deceive them. The lyrics also depict a struggle with personal honesty and the desire for closure.


The song begins by addressing the individual's audacity and the singer's anxiety in response to their deceit. The line "God bless you and your secrets" is a sarcastic remark aimed at the person's dishonesty. The singer then goes on to express their dismay and asserts that the relationship between them has reached a point of no return. The chorus conveys a message that the truth is always better than deception because it lets people move on from their past and start afresh. The final lines express a hint of bitterness while wishing the deceiver well in their future endeavors.


Overall, "Talk Is Cheap And I've Got Expensive Taste," showcases the theme of bitterness, heartbreak, and strength to move forth in a relationship, and the need for the truth to move on from the deceptions of the person.


Line by Line Meaning

You've got some nerve
I can't believe the audacity you have to talk to me like this


And I'm a nervous wreck
You're making me anxious and uneasy


And you're scared to death
You're terrified of facing the truth


These are fighting words
I'm not going to take this lying down


I'm getting off my chest
I need to speak my mind and let you know how I feel


God bless you and your secrets
You can keep your secrets, I don't need them


You've got a way with words
You know how to manipulate people with your language


But you really need to hear this
It's time for you to listen to what I have to say


If things were better
If our relationship was in good shape


Without me ever knowing the truth
If I never found out about your lies


These ties will sever, so long, forever
Our relationship will end and never be mended


I hope everything works out for you
I hope you find a way to be happy


Better the devil you know
It's better to stick with what you're familiar with


Than the devil that you don't
Because the unknown can be worse


You said it with such a straight face
You lied to me without batting an eye


The kind I'd like to break
Your lack of emotion makes me angry


Hey, I'm on to you
I know what you're up to


They say you've got a way with words
You have a reputation for being persuasive


But I could say a thing or two
I have my own words to say to you


First of all I know you're a liar
I don't believe a word you say


You already burnt that bridge over the water
You ruined our relationship beyond repair


So let's get this story straight, here's your last chance
It's time to tell the truth before it's too late


You're lies can't hide your shaking, nervous hands
Your lies are obvious in your trembling hands


I saved the best shots I've got for you
I have some cutting remarks to make


This is my best shot
I'm going to say what I need to say and give it my all


(Don't move)
You need to stay and listen to what I have to say


I hope everything works out for you
Despite everything, I still want you to be happy




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