The truth
Tempest Kate Lyrics


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It’s all relative, right?
One thought, many thinkers
One flame, many cinders
One view, many windows

Love in a time without sacrifice
We want what we want
And what’s more, we deserve it

We run around panicking
Nervous, thinking
Could this be the one?
Man, they’re perfect
Couple years later
You’re chained to the circuit
Breaking them down
As if you’re determined to waste what you’ve found

But what’s true about you?
Is it the things that you claim to be true
Or is it deeper?
Lurking in places that you
Don’t dare to journey to
Faced with a new
Way of seeing it
Are you type to accept
Or the type to clench fists and reject?

Whose truth even counts?
Is it the person who doubts
What a person proclaims they’re about?
Whose version is perfect?
Is there a truth that exists
Outside of perception?
This is the question

It’s true if you believe it
The world is the world
But it’s all how you see it
One man’s flash of lightning ripping through the air
Is another’s passing glare, its hardly there

Two people
One thinks Two’s deceitful
Two thinks One’s plain evil
One loved Two so much it was like worship
Two thought One was perfect

One said to Two
‘I’m awful, trust me
You’re so pure that you should not touch me.’
Two said
‘I don’t care, I love you
I can’t wait to know you.’
One said
‘I’m scared, I will show you
The bad side that I don’t like.’
Two said
‘Be yourself and I will be myself
We don’t need no one else
With their opinions
The past is gone, let’s move on
Make present.’
Two said
‘Ok, you’re the best.’
Well, you know the rest
It all went sour

And now Two thinks One is mad for power
One thinks Two tried to devour
Everything that made One One
But Two thinks One got Two too wrong
So if there’s one truth that lasts forever
Can two truths ever exist together?
If One loves Two but Two don’t love
Whose truth is true and is truth enough?

It’s true if you believe it
The world is the world
But it’s all how you see it
One man’s flash of lightning ripping through the air
Is another’s passing glare, its hardly there

In the back of the cab
The girls look at each other, like
‘What the fuck was that?’
‘I thought it was that In Da Club one.’
‘I don’t know,’ says the diver, ‘I never liked rap.’




‘Well, can’t you put it on Magic then
Or something like that?’

Overall Meaning

The Truth by Tempest Kate explores the theme of perspective and how it shapes our reality. The lyrics suggest that truth is subjective, and what one believes to be true may not align with others' perception. The song questions how we can determine whose truth is valid and whether multiple truths can exist simultaneously. Tempest Kate highlights the complexities of relationships and how they can change over time. The lyrics also touch on the idea that we are constantly evolving individuals and asks us to reflect on whether we are true to ourselves.


Line by Line Meaning

It’s all relative, right?
Everything is subjective and varies from person to person.


One thought, many thinkers
A single idea can be interpreted in multiple ways by different people.


One flame, many cinders
From a single source, there can be many different outcomes or endings.


One view, many windows
There can be multiple perspectives on the same situation or issue.


Love in a time without sacrifice
People in modern times expect love to come easy without putting much effort or sacrifice.


We want what we want
People are selfish and seek their own desires above all else.


And what’s more, we deserve it
People feel entitled to what they want and believe they have earned it without effort.


We run around panicking
People often act impulsively and anxiously in relationships.


Nervous, thinking
People are scared and uncertain about their relationships and future.


Could this be the one?
People constantly question whether their partner is the right one for them.


Man, they’re perfect
People tend to idealize their partner early on, seeing only their positive attributes.


Couple years later
As time passes, perceptions of the partner often change.


You’re chained to the circuit
People can become stuck in the cycle of relationships, unable to break free even if they are unhappy.


Breaking them down
People often criticize and resent their partner for their flaws, instead of accepting them.


As if you’re determined to waste what you’ve found
People tend to take their partner for granted and dispose of the relationship easily, even if it has potential.


But what’s true about you?
People need to truly understand themselves and their values before entering a relationship.


Is it the things that you claim to be true
People often portray themselves falsely, hiding their true selves or values from their partner.


Or is it deeper?
Authenticity and depth in a person's values and beliefs matter in a relationship.


Lurking in places that you
Uncovering one's hidden values is a difficult journey which requires courage.


Don’t dare to journey to
Many people avoid confronting their true selves and values due to fear or uncertainty.


Are you type to accept
People need to be open-minded and willing to accept new values from their partner.


Or the type to clench fists and reject?
Some people are resistant to accepting other values and beliefs.


Whose truth even counts?
People may wonder whose values and truths matter more in a relationship.


Is it the person who doubts
People are often unsure about what their partner's true character and values are.


What a person proclaims they’re about?
People may falsely present themselves, hiding their true values and principles from their partners.


Whose version is perfect?
Two people may disagree on what are the perfect values and principles to uphold in a relationship.


Is there a truth that exists
People may wonder if there is one objective truth that prevails in relationships.


Outside of perception?
Often, interpretation and perception affect one's view of what is true.


This is the question
The search for what is true and valuable in a relationship is an ongoing quest.


In the back of the cab
A change in perspective is sometimes necessary to understand what is valuable in a relationship.


The girls look at each other, like
Observing others can help provide insight into oneself.


‘What the fuck was that?’
Confusion and uncertainty often arise in relationships.


‘I thought it was that In Da Club one.’
People often have different interpretations of the same event or experience.


‘I don’t know,’ says the diver, ‘I never liked rap.’
Sometimes people's preferences or biases can prevent them from understanding what is truly valuable or meaningful.


‘Well, can’t you put it on Magic then Or something like that?’
People may try to escape from difficult truths and experiences by choosing to focus on lighter things.


It's true if you believe it
Reality is subjective, and what people believe to be true shapes their experiences and perceptions.


The world is the world
The world exists objectively, but people's understanding of it differs from person to person.


But it’s all how you see it
Perception plays a crucial role in shaping people's experiences and understanding of the world.


One man’s flash of lightning ripping through the air Is another’s passing glare, it’s hardly there
The same event can be perceived differently by different people, where one can find great significance in something that appears insignificant to another.


Two people One thinks Two’s deceitful Two thinks One’s plain evil One loved Two so much it was like worship Two thought One was perfect
Misunderstandings and disagreements are common in relationships, where it's possible for two people to have completely opposite views of each other.


One said to Two ‘I’m awful, trust me You’re so pure that you should not touch me.’ Two said ‘I don’t care, I love you I can’t wait to know you.’
Self-doubt and insecurities, when communicated openly and honestly, can be alleviated through love, support and understanding.


One said ‘I’m scared, I will show you The bad side that I don’t like.’ Two said ‘Be yourself and I will be myself We don’t need no one else With their opinions The past is gone, let’s move on Make present.’ Two said ‘Ok, you’re the best.’ Well, you know the rest It all went sour
Open communication and a willingness to accept each other, flaws and all, are essential in maintaining a healthy, lasting relationship.


And now Two thinks One is mad for power One thinks Two tried to devour Everything that made One One But Two thinks One got Two too wrong
Misunderstandings and misinterpretations can ruin relationships and cause people to view each other in a negative way.


So if there’s one truth that lasts forever Can two truths ever exist together? If One loves Two but Two don’t love Whose truth is true and is truth enough?
In situations where people have differing values, beliefs or perceptions, it can be difficult to reconcile and agree on what is true or meaningful in a relationship.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DANIEL DE MUSSENDEN CAREY, KATE TEMPEST

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andrew james Bunting

Lyrics
It’s all relative, right?
One thought, many thinkers
One flame, many cinders
One view, many windows

Love in a time without sacrifice
We want what we want
And what’s more, we deserve it

We run around panicking
Nervous, thinking
Could this be the one?
Man, they’re perfect
Couple years later
You’re chained to the circuit
Breaking them down
As if you’re determined to waste what you’ve found

But what’s true about you?
Is it the things that you claim to be true
Or is it deeper?
Lurking in places that you
Don’t dare to journey to
Faced with a new
Way of seeing it
Are you type to accept
Or the type to clench fists and reject?

Whose truth even counts?
Is it the person who doubts
What a person proclaims they’re about?
Whose version is perfect?
Is there a truth that exists
Outside of perception?
This is the question

It’s true if you believe it
The world is the world
But it’s all how you see it
One man’s flash of lightning ripping through the air
Is another’s passing glare, its hardly there

Two people
One thinks Two’s deceitful
Two thinks One’s plain evil
One loved Two so much it was like worship
Two thought One was perfect

One said to Two
‘I’m awful, trust me
You’re so pure that you should not touch me.’
Two said
‘I don’t care, I love you
I can’t wait to know you.’
One said
‘I’m scared, I will show you
The bad side that I don’t like.’
Two said
‘Be yourself and I will be myself
We don’t need no one else
With their opinions
The past is gone, let’s move on
Make present.’
Two said
‘Ok, you’re the best.’
Well, you know the rest
It all went sour

And now Two thinks One is mad for power
One thinks Two tried to devour
Everything that made One One
But Two thinks One got Two too wrong
So if there’s one truth that lasts forever
Can two truths ever exist together?
If One loves Two but Two don’t love
Whose truth is true and is truth enough?

It’s true if you believe it
The world is the world
But it’s all how you see it
One man’s flash of lightning ripping through the air
Is another’s passing glare, its hardly there

In the back of the cab
The girls look at each other, like
‘What the fuck was that?’
‘I thought it was that In Da Club one.’
‘I don’t know, ’ says the diver, ‘I never liked rap.’
‘Well, can’t you put it on Magic then
Or something like that?’



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jackson demir

this is so good especially that bass part at 0:27

Monique van Riel

I am so impressed, the lyrics is very strong the performance authentic. You inspire me,Thank you !!!

andrew james Bunting

Lyrics
It’s all relative, right?
One thought, many thinkers
One flame, many cinders
One view, many windows

Love in a time without sacrifice
We want what we want
And what’s more, we deserve it

We run around panicking
Nervous, thinking
Could this be the one?
Man, they’re perfect
Couple years later
You’re chained to the circuit
Breaking them down
As if you’re determined to waste what you’ve found

But what’s true about you?
Is it the things that you claim to be true
Or is it deeper?
Lurking in places that you
Don’t dare to journey to
Faced with a new
Way of seeing it
Are you type to accept
Or the type to clench fists and reject?

Whose truth even counts?
Is it the person who doubts
What a person proclaims they’re about?
Whose version is perfect?
Is there a truth that exists
Outside of perception?
This is the question

It’s true if you believe it
The world is the world
But it’s all how you see it
One man’s flash of lightning ripping through the air
Is another’s passing glare, its hardly there

Two people
One thinks Two’s deceitful
Two thinks One’s plain evil
One loved Two so much it was like worship
Two thought One was perfect

One said to Two
‘I’m awful, trust me
You’re so pure that you should not touch me.’
Two said
‘I don’t care, I love you
I can’t wait to know you.’
One said
‘I’m scared, I will show you
The bad side that I don’t like.’
Two said
‘Be yourself and I will be myself
We don’t need no one else
With their opinions
The past is gone, let’s move on
Make present.’
Two said
‘Ok, you’re the best.’
Well, you know the rest
It all went sour

And now Two thinks One is mad for power
One thinks Two tried to devour
Everything that made One One
But Two thinks One got Two too wrong
So if there’s one truth that lasts forever
Can two truths ever exist together?
If One loves Two but Two don’t love
Whose truth is true and is truth enough?

It’s true if you believe it
The world is the world
But it’s all how you see it
One man’s flash of lightning ripping through the air
Is another’s passing glare, its hardly there

In the back of the cab
The girls look at each other, like
‘What the fuck was that?’
‘I thought it was that In Da Club one.’
‘I don’t know, ’ says the diver, ‘I never liked rap.’
‘Well, can’t you put it on Magic then
Or something like that?’

Gabriel Chukuezi

Perception, perspective and standpoint. What a blessing Ms Tempest is, inspiring, a female genius, emotion personified - in a very positive manner. Give us a scholarship please, Kate!! I need an honorary aswell!!!

Mathilskategirl

all her songs and her lyrics are so damn beautiful

Manifest Station

masterpiece, one of Kae's best

Louisa Dyer

wow. love it. I need lyrics please

G H

this woman is on point.

Chabaud Mariette

J'cromprends rien...mais quel rythme !
Force puissance performance 💙

N H

Le chanson, c’est a propos de deux gens en amour, et le mensonges qu’ils parlent a l’autre. Ce fait mon coeur mal (fait mal?). Desolé mon francais n’est pas bien!:)

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