LIE

Ruel's song 'LIE' delves into the emotional turmoil of a relationship on the brink of collapse. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that once felt perfect but has now become a source of pain and confusion. The protagonist feels invisible, as if their partner looks right through them, highlighting a sense of abandonment and loss. This feeling is compounded by the realization that the promises they built their life around are now broken, leaving their heart 'swollen' with hurt.

The chorus, where Ruel pleads for his partner to 'lie and say you love me,' underscores the desperation to hold onto the remnants of their relationship, even if it means living in a painful illusion. This plea for a comforting lie rather than facing the harsh truth reflects a deep fear of loneliness and the unknown future. The metaphor of 'painting blue' and 'numbing the pain' suggests a desire to avoid the emotional agony that comes with the end of a significant relationship.

In the second verse, the imagery of looking out the window while longing for attention captures the emotional distance between the couple. The protagonist questions the authenticity of their partner's feelings, wondering if it was ever real or just a pretense. The metaphor of 'holding on to something that's just water in my hands' poignantly illustrates the futility of trying to grasp something that cannot be held. The song concludes with a bittersweet hope for a future together, even if it's just a comforting lie, emphasizing the human tendency to cling to hope in the face of inevitable heartbreak.