Truth
Tree Lyrics


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I have to come to terms
With the true definition of I
I have to re-evaluate
Myself with myself
My own proof of worth
For nobody else
If the Truth be known
I'll always be alone
To think I thought
I knew myself
Truth-let the truth be know
The pain of being my worst enemy
Can no longer be endured
The pollution must end
Time to be my best friend
Time to be reborn
In a value of my own
If the Truth be known
I'll always be alone




Truth-let the truth be known
Truth

Overall Meaning

The song “Truth” by Tree is about self-reflection and the journey to finding one’s true identity. The lyrics suggest that in order to understand oneself, one must evaluate their own worth without regard for external validation. The repetition of the line "If the Truth be known, I'll always be alone" conveys the idea that individuality can be a lonely road, but it is necessary for personal growth. The singer acknowledges that they have been their own worst enemy and that the negative patterns in their life must end. This process involves redefining oneself and finding value in one's own beliefs and personal truths.


Additionally, the use of the metaphor "the pollution must end" implies that the negative thoughts and behaviors that have been holding the singer back from understanding themselves must be cleared away in order to start anew. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the singer pledging to be their own best friend and to be reborn with a newfound understanding of themselves.


Overall, “Truth” is a poignant reflection on the importance of understanding and accepting oneself. It highlights the idea that self-knowledge is necessary for happiness and personal growth, even if the journey may be difficult and lonely at times.


Line by Line Meaning

I have to come to terms
I need to accept and understand


With the true definition of I
My genuine identity and nature


I have to re-evaluate
I must reassess


Myself with myself
My own self in introspection


My own proof of worth
My validation of value


For nobody else
Without the input or influence of others


If the Truth be known
In honesty and disclosure


I'll always be alone
I will inevitably be solitary


To think I thought
To realize that in the past, I believed


I knew myself
I completely understood myself


Truth-let the truth be known
The veracity must be revealed


The pain of being my worst enemy
The distress of being my harshest critic


Can no longer be endured
Cannot be tolerated any longer


The pollution must end
The contamination of unhealthy tendencies must stop


Time to be my best friend
Time to be supportive and kind to myself


Time to be reborn
Time to start anew


In a value of my own
Based on my own standards and beliefs


Truth-let the truth be known
The truth must be exposed


Truth
The absolute and authentic reality




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Comments from YouTube:

DAN THMAN

i seen these guys with murpheys law in phoenix when they opened for clutch, pure rock fury.  great show

TougherThanYou

YES! Thank you. I've been waiting for someone to post Tree on youtube. Thank you so much!

VRX_ Clan

Such a great album.

Rich Corbin

Miss seeing these guys at 242 in the 90's

Greg Coughlan

Used to play hempfest in boston l,good stuff

Carlos Torres-Ortiz

Tree forever!

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