One Perfect Lie
Unveiling the Depths: Decoding Gary Numan's 'One Perfect Lie'
Lyrics
One. One perfect lie.
Reflecting on a singular, flawless deception.
Was it told too soon?
Questioning if the deception was revealed prematurely.
And one, one perfect life
Contemplating a life that seemed perfect but has turned rigid and unyielding.
Turned to stone
Expressing a transformation into a cold and unfeeling state.
Cold mercy
Referring to a harsh and unforgiving form of compassion or justice.
I kneel down by your grave
Grieving by the grave of the deceived individual.
I kneel down torn and guilty
Expressing a state of anguish and culpability while kneeling by the grave.
Did I let you down,
Questioning if there was a failure to meet expectations.
Say goodbye too soon?
Wondering if farewells were bid prematurely.
And did you understand
Inquiring if the deceived person comprehended the speaker's error.
My mistake?
Seeking forgiveness for the mistake made.
Forgive me
I kneel down by your side
Mourning by the side of the deceived person.
I kneel down scared and helpless
Feeling fear and helplessness while kneeling by the side.
One perfect lie
Reiterating the concept of a flawless deception.
Wrapped in kindness and tears
Describing the deception as wrapped in kindness and tears.
I wish I believed in your heaven
Expressing a desire or longing to believe in the deceived person's version of heaven.
One perfect life
Referring to a life guided by unquestioning faith and trust.
Led by blind faith and trust
If God is compassionate, he will locate the deceived person.
If God has a heart he will find you
I'm torn and guilty
Reiterating the feeling of being torn and guilty.
I'm torn and guilty
Emphasizing the internal conflict of torn guilt.
I'm torn and guilty
Repeating the sentiment of internal conflict and guilt.
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