A haunting exploration of society's susceptibility to media manipulation, 'Body of Lies' delves into the mental anguish of being aware of the deception around us. Through poignant lyrics and emotive delivery, this song reflects on the internal struggle of watching the public fall victim to the allure of misinformation. With powerful instrumentation and Staley's signature vocal intensity, it captures the essence of frustration and the pursuit of truth in a world dominated by false narratives.
Verse 1:
In a world turned inside out,
Voices shout above the doubt,
Painted lies on the screen,
Feeding their minds, nothing is what it seems.
Chorus:
Body of lies, can’t you see?
The puppeteers control the fantasy,
Frustration builds, but they don’t care,
Just a whisper in the air.
Verse 2:
Consumer souls in a raging sea,
Chained to the words that they believe,
Casting shadows, losing sight,
Truth and fiction blur in the night.
Chorus:
Body of lies, can’t you see?
The puppeteers control the fantasy,
Frustration builds, but they don’t care,
Just a whisper in the air.
Bridge:
We scream into the void, but it’s too late,
Echoes bouncing off a wall of fate,
Awaken the hearts, open their eyes,
Break the spell of this sweet disguise.
Chorus:
Body of lies, can’t you see?
The puppeteers control the fantasy,
Frustration builds, but they don’t care,
Just a whisper in the air.
Outro:
In the chaos, seek the truth,
Tear the veil, reclaim our youth,
Stand against the flow, and don’t comply,
Find the courage to defy.
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Frustrated about the public being easily manipulated by media
Layne Staley