Lies of the Beautiful People
Sixx:A.M. Lyrics
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This is the great unknown
This is the poison we take
Yeah
Outside the velvet rope
Standing there all alone
Are the grotesque and ashamed
Well if you think real beauty's on the outside
Well that's a far cry
From the truth
Maybe all the information you received
Well you should not believe
There's no proof
Save yourself from all
The lies of the beautiful people
It's time to run
From the lies of the beautiful people
I feel so traumatized
Doped up and televised
Life can be cruel and insane
Yeah
But we've got these ugly scars
On our infected hearts
Maybe it's time for a change
Yeah
And if you think real beauty's on the outside
Well that's a far cry
From the truth
Maybe all the information you received
Well you should not believe
There's no proof
Save yourself from all
The lies of the beautiful people
It's time to run
From the lies of the beautiful people
Save yourself from all
The lies of the beautiful people
Just run and hide
From the lies of the beautiful
Save yourself from all
The lies of the beautiful people
It's time to run
From the lies of the beautiful people
The lyrics of Sixx:A.M.'s song "Lies of the Beautiful People" criticize society's obsession with appearance and the way it leads to harmful behaviors and false perceptions. The song begins by stating that this is not just a minor issue, but something major that people are oblivious to. The lines "This is the great unknown / This is the poison we take" show that the way beauty is perceived and worshiped is not fully understood and can be harmful.
The next lines describe the outcasts - those who do not fit the beauty standards set by society - who are on the outside, looking in. These people are "grotesque and ashamed" because they are made to feel so by the standards that are imposed on them. The song then challenges the idea that beauty only comes from the outside, reminding us that beauty is subjective and does not define who we are as human beings.
The chorus of the song urges listeners to free themselves from the lies that the beautiful people tell us. It is time to run away from the expectations and false perceptions that the standards of beauty impose. The song also urges listeners to embrace their "ugly scars" and acknowledge that they may be a part of their beauty. In essence, the song urges us to free ourselves from the tyranny of beauty standards and to embrace our true selves, regardless of what society may think.
Line by Line Meaning
Well this ain't no sideshow
This is serious and not just some minor spectacle
This is the great unknown
This is an area or topic that is not well understood
This is the poison we take
This is a destructive influence that we voluntarily embrace
Outside the velvet rope
Beyond the exclusive and privileged boundary
Standing there all alone
Being isolated and without the support of others
Are the grotesque and ashamed
People who are seen as unattractive or unworthy and who feel embarrassed or guilty
Well if you think real beauty's on the outside
If you believe that appearances are the most important aspect of beauty
Well that's a far cry
That is completely inaccurate
From the truth
Based on falsehoods
Maybe all the information you received
Perhaps the messages that you have been told
Well you should not believe
You should question the validity of
There's no proof
There is no empirical evidence or support
Save yourself from all
Protect yourself from
The lies of the beautiful people
The falsehoods propagated by those who prioritize looks over substance
It's time to run
It is imperative to flee
I feel so traumatized
I am experiencing distress and emotional pain
Doped up and televised
Being sedated and subjected to media manipulation
Life can be cruel and insane
Existence is often harsh and illogical
But we've got these ugly scars
However, we possess unsightly emotional wounds
On our infected hearts
Which afflict our diseased souls
Maybe it's time for a change
Perhaps it is necessary to transform ourselves
Just run and hide
Escape and conceal yourself
From the lies of the beautiful
To evade the falsehoods of those who prioritize looks over substance
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jon Lowrey, James Michael, Nikki Sixx, Darren Jay Ashba
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bonniexandxclyde
I don't understand how people can dislike this beautiful song :/
@ginocelentano237
I'm myself even if I am different and even in these dark times of the outbreak in this year of 2020 I like being different instead of being apart of the "in" crowd and listening to this song by Sixx A.M. touches my soul
@JohnLoweryFan
Just got the book today, I have only about 10 pages left... It is by far one of the most INSPERATIONAL things I have ever read. "If you think real beauty's on the outside that's a far cry from the truth." Thank you Nikki. Thank you so very much. <3
@Clryan7969
this song is for all the real beautiful people out there. Ty you Nikki, James and DJ for our new anthem!!!
@traceyisab
SO GLAD THE NEW TUNES ARE COMING OUT!!! THIS SONG IS AWESOME. See you on tour Nikki!!!
@gennibaby
A song about beauty being far deeper than the skin....Nikki Sixx writes another winner. Love it!!
@mytrajan21
AWESOME song. Can't wait for the new SixxAM album and book. Nikki's photography looks very interesting. The band looks GREAT!!!!!!
@JennaJoker
Im loving this song. Nikki is amazing
@MWalt60906
Love this song and video! Such a great message!
@Nick51110
Such a awesome song. Can't wait for the book and the full album. Now if only we can get a new motley crue album that doesn't suck....