Faker
Shaded Red Lyrics
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And you know it
You've got it all down
You're a faker
And you've shown it
To the world around
(Bridge)
You say sorry for one more day
You say you're free
And yet you've remained
Shadows hide your face
You're a faker
And you know it
Lying to get around
You're a faker
The only way it's going
Screamin' when time runs out
(Bridge)
You were made to know God
In this lifetime
Will you see
Before it's too late
This is what I pray
(Chorus)
Need a savior
The song 'Faker' by Shaded Red is a critique of those who claim to be someone they are not. It is an invitation for the faker to confront their problem and to acknowledge their shortcomings. The chorus suggests that what is needed is salvation or deliverance from such false ways.
The first verse establishes the hypothesis that the person in question is a faker: "You're a faker and you know it, you've got it all down". The second stanza then underlines the fact that the person's true intentions have been exposed: "You're a faker and you've shown it to the world around". The chorus then builds up the theme of the song's main message: that the only true solution is to find a savior or a way out of that false life.
The bridge of the song, however, hints at the possibility of redemption: the faker can change, but they need to take action, not just apologize: "You say sorry for one more day, while actions never change". The final lines of the song are a prayer for the faker, that they will come to their senses in time: "Before it's too late, this is what I pray".
Overall, 'Faker' suggests a need for self-reflection and honesty, as well as an acknowledgement of one's true identity. While it may criticize those who live falsely, it also offers them hope of redemption, provided they take the necessary steps.
Line by Line Meaning
You're a faker
You pretend to be something you're not
And you know it
You are aware of your deception
You've got it all down
You have your fake persona perfected
You're a faker
You continue to deceive
And you've shown it
You have displayed your fake self to others
To the world around
Those around you are aware of your deception
You say sorry for one more day
You offer apologies but never change your ways
While actions never change
Despite your apologies, you continue to behave deceitfully
You say you're free
You claim to be liberated
And yet you've remained
But you are still trapped in your deception
Shadows hide your face
You avoid facing your true self
You're a faker
You persist in being fake
And you know it
You are conscious of your deception
Lying to get around
You use lies to maneuver your way through situations
You're a faker
You are still not genuine
The only way it's going
Your path is leading to a certain end
Screamin' when time runs out
You will express your regret when it's too late
You were made to know God
Your purpose is to have a relationship with God
In this lifetime
While you are alive
Will you see
Will you understand this truth
Before it's too late
Before it is no longer possible to change
This is what I pray
These are my hopes and wishes
Need a savior
You require a savior to save you from your deception
Lyrics © OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP
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Maria Long
Oh man! :) This band was definitely one of my influences and I lost their cd through the years... I LOVE their music & writing - they are so talented!! :)
James Campbell
Man, great music and awesome inspiration .. I saw you guys in TN 20 years ago, and you gave me a cd.. it helped change my life, and bring me closer to God !! But someone stole my car with the cd in the radio..lol. it took 20 years to find your music again...love it
Peter Kruse
Excellent song. Excellent band. Miss these dudes!
Tynaea Pham
Classic... saw them in concert in 1997 at our church in Seattle on their way to Creationfest :)
Gantiz
Nice, I saw them at CreationFest that year!
Timothy Adams
@Gantiz I thought they played CreationFest in 1998? I'm referring to the one in Pennsylvania, though, so you might mean another one.
Gantiz
@Timothy Adams I went to the one on the west coast, I might have my years mixed up, could have been 1999 or 2000. I get did see them 3x: Eastman Curtis, and Creation West twice
Terry Rumple
Telling the Truth. For those with ears to hear. We need a Savior. His Name is Jesus!