I Only Lie When I Love You

Royal Blood

About I Only Lie When I Love You

"I Only Lie When I Love You" is a song by English hard rock band Royal Blood, released as the second overall single from their second studio album How Did We Get So Dark? on June 8, 2017. The song was written by the band and was produced by Jolyon Thomas and Tom Dalgety with Royal Blood. It reached number one on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart and number sixteen on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart, becoming the band's second-most successful single on the latter chart.  


Year:
2017
241 
#3

 Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer

I only lie when I love you
I only crawl when I hit the ground
You only cry when I love you
I only lie when I make a sound

Go ahead, muck about
I got my conscience twisted
Pull your hair, make me shout
It's just that you insisted I was good for nothing
Like you were onto something

I only lie when I love you
I only crawl when I hit the ground
You only cry when I love you
I only lie when I make a sound

I only lie when I
I only lie when I
I only lie when I
I only lie when I

I only lie when I love you
I only crawl when I hit the ground
You only cry when I love you
I only lie when I make a sound

Go ahead, pull the plug
Broken finger, sticky trigger
Now I can't get it off my chest
And now I'm wishing you were someone else
You know I'm up to something
Diagnosed, no disease
Got a suspicion but you just can't find it up your sleeve
And now I beg the truth be told from someone else
All of that fuss for nothing

I only lie when I love you
I only crawl when I hit the ground
You only cry when I love you
I only lie when I make a sound

I only lie when I
I only lie when I
I only lie when I
I only lie when I

I only lie when I love you
I only crawl when I hit the ground
You only cry when I love you
I only lie when I make a sound

Uh
Uh

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com


Royal Blood

Royal Blood is a British rock duo consisting of vocalist and bassist Mike Kerr and drummer Ben Thatcher. Formed in 2013, they are known for their heavy sound that merges elements of garage rock, hard rock, and blues rock. The band gained popularity with their self-titled debut album in 2014, featuring hits like "Figure It Out" and "Out of the Black." Their music is characterized by powerful riffs, catchy melodies, and dynamic performances. more »

0 fans

Written by: BEN THATCHER, MICHAEL JAMES KERR

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"I Only Lie When I Love You" is a song by British rock duo Royal Blood, released as the third single from their second studio album "How Did We Get So Dark?" in 2017.
Artists Involved
The song was performed by Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher, the two members that constitute Royal Blood. Kerr is responsible for the vocals and bass guitar, while Thatcher plays the drums.
Success Chart
"I Only Lie When I Love You" reached No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart. It held this position for three consecutive weeks.
Music Video
The official music video for the song, released in June 2017, was directed by Pascal Teixeira. It features a dizzying array of motion shots and rotating platforms.
Award Nomination
The track was nominated for Best Rock Song at the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
Writing and Production
The song was penned by the duo themselves, Kerr and Thatcher, demonstrating their prowess not just in performing, but also in the songwriting arena. The production was handled by Jolyon Thomas and Tom Dalgety.
Recording Location
The album "How Did We Get So Dark?", which includes "I Only Lie When I Love You", was primarily recorded in Brussels and London.
Song Theme
The lyrics of "I Only Lie When I Love You" suggest themes of deceit and a toxic relationship. However, the band has not publicly disclosed the exact inspiration or meaning behind the song.
Live Performances
Royal Blood has performed "I Only Lie When I Love You" at several major events and shows, including the Reading and Leeds Festivals in 2017, confirming its popularity among fans.
Critical Reception
The song has received mostly positive reviews from music critics, with many praising its energetic rhythm and catchy hooks, though some have noted its simple, repetitious structure as a drawback.

Discuss the I Only Lie When I Love You Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "I Only Lie When I Love You Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 23 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/34025703/Royal+Blood/I+Only+Lie+When+I+Love+You>.

    Missing lyrics by Royal Blood?

    Know any other songs by Royal Blood? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    I Only Lie When I Love You

    10.5M
    111.9K     3,024

    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    "I kissed a girl and I liked it, the taste of her ____________"
    A was like crabstick
    B cherry chapstick
    C felt like plastic
    D berry chapstick

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Don't miss Royal Blood's

    Upcoming Events

    »
    • Fri • May 03 • 8:00 PM
      The Orange Peel, Asheville, NC
    • Mon • May 13 • 8:00 PM
      Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, Nashville, TN
    • Tue • May 14 • 8:00 PM
      Old National Centre, Indianapolis, IN
    • Thu • May 16 • 7:00 PM
      Fillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus, Minneapolis, MN
    • Fri • May 17 • 8:00 PM
      The Sylvee, Madison, WI
    Royal Blood tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!