A new one. well, kind of. This started well over a year ago and kinda sat, untouched for most of the time. This was sent to me as a rough draft by my cowriter and friend, Brad. Neither one of us really worked on it. Then, a couple of weeks ago, a simple change of direction made it all make sense.

This is Alt-country, kinda like Stapleton.

While this is a kind of finished version, another friend and collaborator I've worked with in Atlanta is working on redoing the vocal track. Currently, this has a synth vocal.

So, put it on your favorite listening system and turn it up.

The Band:

Drums Modern Country Real Drums
Bass : 1825
B3 2692
Slide 1339
I'm playing : Piano: Addictive keys & All Guitars, Tele with the Quilter and Spark

Liar

LIAR
It's hard for me to say the right things
My pride don't let me give up the reins
I lie, oh I'm a liar
She cries and asks me, are you alright?
Try to tell her that I love her but I get tongue-tied
I lie, yeah I'm a liar
Don't twist my words, don't get me wrong
I'm faithful, I'm honest as the day is long
I lie, oh I'm a liar

Chorus
I'ma lie'er down in the moonlight
Draw the curtains and I hold her tight
And I hope, I hope to God she knows
I'd be lost without her, couldn't even breathe
Like a 4-wheel drive without a key
And in her arms' where I feel most alive
So that's where I lie

Verse 2
In the depths of my soul, there's a fear
That if I open up, she'll disappear
I lie, oh I'm a liar
But deep down I know I need to change
Break these chains, let the truth rearrange
I lie, yeah I'm a liar
Don't wanna lose her, can't bear the thought
Gotta find the courage, show her what I've got
I lie, oh I'm a liar

Bridge
But every lie I tell, it eats me inside
I'm tired of living in this disguise
I'll break free from this web of deceit
And show her the love that's always been beneath

Chorus
I'ma lie'er down in the moonlight
Draw the curtains and I hold her tight
And I hope, I hope to God she knows
I'd be lost without her, couldn't even breathe
Like a 4-wheel drive without a key
And in her arms' where I feel most alive
So that's where I lie

Outro
(Where I lie)
(That's where I lie)
Yeah, that's where I lie

Music & Lyrics Copyright 2025 Herb Hartley/ Brad Hunnings

Last edited by Guitarhacker; 06/24/25 04:37 PM. Reason: I've posted a new version with new tracks
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