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)
Hating Hollywood
Theory of a Deadman Lyrics
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They could say that it's all in my head
Well how 'bout the truth instead of worthless lies?
Don't try to make me stay
You think you got a foot in the door but you got a foot in the grave
(I'm hating Hollywood)
I was wasting away just waiting for the phone to ring
So I became a cautious star (??) with a suicide ending
They say we're better off, leave it alone
'Cause when all is said and done who would consider the song?
But you bet I won't lose this chance to be ready to go
Don't try to make me stay
You think you got a foot in the door but you got a foot in the grave
(I'm hating Hollywood)
I was wasting away just waiting for the phone to ring
(I'm hating Hollywood)
So I became a cautious star (??) with a suicide ending
(I'm hating Hollywood)
Well I'm hating Hollywood
Well I'm hating Hollywood
Well I'm hating Hollywood
Well I'm hating Hollywood
I was wasting away just waiting for the phone to ring
(I'm hating Hollywood)
So I became a cautious star (??) with a suicide ending
Well I was wasting away just waiting for the phone to ring
(I'm hating Hollywood)
So I became a cautious star (??) with a suicide ending
(I'm hating Hollywood)
I'm hating Hollywood
I'm hating Hollywood
I'm hating Hollywood
The lyrics of Theory of a Deadman's song Hating Hollywood express the frustrations of an aspiring artist who feels stuck in a system of fake promises and unrealistic expectations in Hollywood. The singer opens with a question that sets the tone for the rest of the song, "What's the worst that could happen to me?" implying that he's already been through the worst. He then challenges the people who have been feeding him "worthless lies," demanding the truth instead. The singer seems to be ready to cut ties with Hollywood and move on to something else. He talks about being "cautious" due to his experiences with Hollywood but the chorus reveals that he's actually bitter and filled with hate.
The verses and choruses are repetitive, suggesting that the singer is stuck in a monotonous cycle of waiting for the phone to ring, hoping for success, and then being disappointed. He feels like he's "wasting away" and as though he's being encouraged to leave things alone and accept the current state of things. The line "Don't try to make me stay, you think you got a foot in the door but you got a foot in the grave" is a powerful statement, implying that the industry is dying slowly and the people who are pushing to keep things going are also suffering. By the end of the song, it's clear that the singer is not just hating Hollywood, but he is also hating himself for buying into the system and perpetuating the same cycle of lies.
Line by Line Meaning
What's the worst that could happen to me?
What is the worst possible outcome that could affect me?
They could say that it's all in my head
People could dismiss what I feel and think as just an imaginary situation.
Well how 'bout the truth instead of worthless lies?
Instead of spreading deceitful falsehoods, why not tell the truth as it is?
Don't try to make me stay
I refuse to stay and be part of this situation.
You think you got a foot in the door but you got a foot in the grave
Believing that you're in a good position or a bright future, but in reality, you'll end up in irreversible failure.
(I'm hating Hollywood)
I have intense negative feelings towards the culture and lifestyle of Hollywood.
I was wasting away just waiting for the phone to ring
I was idling and killing time by waiting for something that may or may not happen.
(I'm hating Hollywood)
I have intense negative feelings towards the culture and lifestyle of Hollywood.
So I became a cautious star (??) with a suicide ending
I became wary of the consequences of my actions but still ended up with a disastrous outcome.
They say we're better off, leave it alone
Other people claim that we're better off if we just ignore the situation.
'Cause when all is said and done who would consider the song?
In the end, no one will really care about the music or what we've done.
But you bet I won't lose this chance to be ready to go
Despite everything, I won't miss the opportunity to leave this place.
Well I'm hating Hollywood
I truly despise the culture and lifestyle of Hollywood.
I was wasting away just waiting for the phone to ring
I was idling and killing time by waiting for something that may or may not happen.
(I'm hating Hollywood)
I have intense negative feelings towards the culture and lifestyle of Hollywood.
So I became a cautious star (??) with a suicide ending
I became wary of the consequences of my actions but still ended up with a disastrous outcome.
I'm hating Hollywood
I really, really hate everything about Hollywood.
I'm hating Hollywood
I really, really hate everything about Hollywood.
I'm hating Hollywood
I really, really hate everything about Hollywood.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: David J Brenner, Dean Henning Back, Tyler Patrick Connolly
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