Love Isn't Always Fair

Black Veil Brides' song "Love Isn't Always Fair" delves into the complexities and heartaches of unrequited love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of longing and desire, capturing the essence of a love that is just out of reach. The opening lines, "One look and I am sold / You got me on my knees," immediately set the tone for a passionate yet unattainable romance. The singer is captivated by someone who steals their innocence and leaves them yearning for more, encapsulated in the phrase "A lovesick melody."

The recurring theme of wanting what one cannot have is central to the song. The chorus, "You always want the one that you can’t have / 'Cause love isn’t always fair," highlights the universal truth that love often defies logic and fairness. This sentiment is further emphasized with the lines, "You are the best romance I’ve never had," suggesting that the most intense and memorable loves are sometimes those that remain unfulfilled. The metaphor of a kiss being a "withered rose" and lips that have "buried me" adds a layer of melancholy, symbolizing the fleeting and often painful nature of such love.

The song also touches on the idea of temporary love and the quest for closure. The lines, "Kneel and pray for closure, baby / This is the ride that we’re on," suggest a sense of acceptance and resignation. The singer acknowledges the temporary nature of their love, yet they are willing to take whatever they can get, as expressed in, "I want it all in this temporary love." The song concludes with a poignant reminder that "Love isn’t always fair," leaving listeners to reflect on their own experiences with love and loss.