Theory of a Deadman's fourth studio album, The Truth Is.. was released on July 12, 2011. The Truth Is... (I Lied About Everything) Songfacts reports it was inspired by the divorce that Tyler Connolly went through in 2010.
Current bandmembers:
Tyler Connolly – lead vocals, lead guitar (2001–present)
Dave Brenner – rhythm guitar (2001–present)
Dean Back – bass (2001–present)
Joey Dandeneau – drums (2009–present)
Former members
Tim Hart – drums (2001–2004)
Brent Fitz – drums (2004–2007)
Robin Diaz – drums (2007–2009)
Discography
Theory of a Deadman (2002)
Gasoline (2005)
Scars & Souvenirs (2008)
The Truth Is.. (2011)
Savages (2014)
Wake Up Call (2017)
Say Nothing (2020)
05. Salt In The Wound
Theory of a Deadman Lyrics
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You could of let me bleed
Instead it seems you keep rubbing salt in the wound
You could of let me heal
I hate the way it feels
Now I suffer still your rubbing salt in the wound.
Already hurts but you couldn't resist.
Moving on way to quick.
I'm not expected a way to end it
Like a bullet that didn't go threw
It's stuck inside just like you.
Making me hate like you always do
Now your fucking him like we were nothing.
You couldn't let it be
You could of let me bleed
Instead it seems you keep rubbing salt in the wound
You could of let me heal
I hate the way it feels
Now I suffer still your rubbing salt in the wound.
Your picking at my scars my worlds been torn apart.
Everywhere I turn there you are to humiliate me you must hate me.
When there's nothing left and I take my last breath
Will I finally be at rest while your both laughing hope your happy.
You couldn't let it be
You could of let me bleed
Instead it seems you keep rubbing salt in the wound
You could of let me heal
I hate the way it feels
Now I suffer still your rubbing salt in the wound.
It's burning I can't take the pain
I said it's burning I can't take the pain
Of when your rubbing, rubbing salt in the wound
You couldn't let it be
You could of let me bleed
Instead it seems you keep rubbing salt in the wound
You could of let me heal
I hate the way it feels
Now I suffer still your rubbing salt in the wound
The lyrics of Theory of a Deadman's song Salt In the Wound seem to be about a painful breakup and the ongoing torment and hurt caused by an ex-lover who seems to take pleasure in stirring up old wounds. The singer is clearly in a lot of pain and feels like he could have had closure and moved on if his ex had let him be, but instead, she keeps rubbing salt in the wound, making it impossible for him to heal or move on. He compares his pain to that of being shot but not dying, trapped in a state of agony and unable to escape the torment of his ex-lover's actions.
The singer also mentions that his ex is now with someone else, and this seems to add to his pain and frustration. He feels humiliated and hurt that she could move on so quickly and easily after their breakup, and it seems like she is intentionally trying to rub it in his face. He wonders if he will ever find peace and rest from the pain that his ex has caused, and if she will ever be happy with her new partner.
Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of a really painful and difficult situation, where one person is being tormented by the actions of their ex and unable to find closure and move on. It's a relatable and emotional topic that many people can probably identify with.
Line by Line Meaning
You couldn't let it be
You couldn't leave things alone
You could of let me bleed
You could've let me suffer from the pain
Instead it seems you keep rubbing salt in the wound
Instead, you keep bringing up the past and causing even more pain
You could of let me heal
You could've let me move on and recover
I hate the way it feels
I despise the pain I'm in
Now I suffer still your rubbing salt in the wound.
Even now, you're reminding me of my pain and causing more hurt
Being dead must be better than this.
Death must be more comfortable than living in constant agony
Already hurts but you couldn't resist.
My pain is already severe, but you couldn't help but make it even worse
Moving on way too quick.
You found someone new too fast
I'm not expected a way to end it
I don't know how this situation will resolve
Like a bullet that didn't go through
You're still stuck in my life, causing pain and anguish
It's stuck inside just like you.
Just like a bullet, you're still present, causing pain and distress
Making me hate like you always do
You always bring out the worst in me
Now you're fucking him like we were nothing.
You moved on from our relationship as if it never mattered to you
Your picking at my scars my world's been torn apart.
You keep reopening wounds and causing me emotional trauma
Everywhere I turn there you are to humiliate me you must hate me.
You seem to take pleasure in belittling and shaming me, making me feel unimportant
When there's nothing left and I take my last breath
When I'm at the end of my life
Will I finally be at rest while you're both laughing hoping you're happy.
Will I finally find peace while you and your new partner continue to mock and ridicule me, wishing for my misery?
It's burning I can't take the pain
The emotional pain is unbearable
Of when you're rubbing, rubbing salt in the wound
Every time you bring up the past, it feels like pouring salt on an open wound
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TYLER CONNOLLY, DAVID BRENNER, DEAN BACK, JOSEPH DANDENEAU, CHRISTINE CONNOLLY
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