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)
Leg To Stand On
Theory of a Deadman Lyrics
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What she said to me you would never believe
Someone should have shot the messenger
Was like sticking needles in my eyes
She meant what she said, when I had nothing to lose
Tried to shake you awake but you would not move
Not on your life 'cause I'm on to your lies
Is it just my imagination or did you have me believe
You're not yourself and you're out of line
Is it just my medication or is it wearing away
I'm not myself and I'm out of time
Get on your horse and...
Today, you'd say the same for me
That every man is a prisoner
Was like sticking needles in my eyes
She said I would not feel a thing
Then she wore her goddamn wedding ring
Not on your life 'cause I'm on to your lies
Is it just my imagination or did you have me believe
You're not yourself and you're out of line
Is it just my medication or is it wearing away
I'm not myself and I'm out of time
You haven't got it, you haven't got it,
You haven't got a leg to stand on
You haven't got it, you haven't got it,
You haven't got a leg to stand on
You haven't got it, you haven't got it,
You haven't got a leg to stand on
You haven't got it, you haven't got the time
Is it just my imagination or did you have me believe
You're not yourself and you're out of line
Or is it just my medication or is it wearing away
I'm not myself and I'm out of time
So get on your horse and ride
Just get on your horse and ride
The song Leg To Stand On by Theory of a Deadman describes a situation where the singer is facing an accusation or rejection by someone he has feelings for. The lyrics describe someone who is trying to make sense of the situation, questioning whether what he is feeling is real or just a figment of his imagination or medication. The lyrics describe the frustration and pain of being accused or rejected and trying to come to terms with it.
The line, "Get on your horse and ride" is repeated at the end of each verse, and it can be interpreted in a few ways. One possible interpretation is that the singer is urging the person who rejected him to "ride away" using a metaphorical horse. Another interpretation is that the singer is encouraging himself to leave the situation and move on, as one might ride a horse to escape a difficult situation.
The chorus emphasizes that the accused party "hasn't got a leg to stand on," meaning that their argument or position is weak or unjustified. The song ends with the singer telling himself, "just get on your horse and ride," indicating that he has accepted the rejection and is moving on.
Line by Line Meaning
Get on your horse and ride
Take action and move forward
What she said to me you would never believe
She said something shocking
Someone should have shot the messenger
The messenger brought bad news
Was like sticking needles in my eyes
The news was hurtful and painful
She meant what she said, when I had nothing to lose
She spoke truthfully when there was no harm in doing so
Tried to shake you awake but you would not move
Tried to wake someone up to reality but they were too stubborn
Not on your life 'cause I'm on to your lies
Refusing or disbelieving someone's lies
Is it just my imagination or did you have me believe
Questioning whether someone led me to believe something false
You're not yourself and you're out of line
You're acting unusual or inappropriate
Is it just my medication or is it wearing away
Doubting the effects of medication
I'm not myself and I'm out of time
I'm not feeling like myself and time is running out
You haven't got it, you haven't got it,
You haven't got a leg to stand on
You don't have supporting evidence or a convincing argument
You haven't got the time
You don't have enough time to prove your case
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID J. BRENNER, DEAN HENNING BACK, TIMOTHY R. HART, TYLER PATRICK CONNOLLY
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