The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
I don't know that we'll survive these childish fights
and endless nights you don't come home
Awake in bed I've searched my soul
and found I'm better off alone
But then you call and you cry say you just need more time
but you still love me deep inside
(Chorus)
But you do this to me everytime
first you leave me then you beg to stay
But you swear it will be better this time it will be better
you swear there won't be anymore pain
Anymore pain
You offer me a kiss with sweet remorse
seeking redemption for your sins
My darkest doubts are soon dissolved
as I melt in your touch again
You're so sorry you say that you've hurt us this way
but you and I are soulmates
(Chorus)
But you lie to me
You lie to me everyday
You lie to me you lie to me and I listen
I can't believe I can't believe a word you say
I can't believe you lie to me
And I listen
(Chorus)
(*Starts with "girl" instead of "but")
Anymore pain(x5)
and endless nights you don't come home
Awake in bed I've searched my soul
and found I'm better off alone
But then you call and you cry say you just need more time
but you still love me deep inside
(Chorus)
But you do this to me everytime
first you leave me then you beg to stay
But you swear it will be better this time it will be better
you swear there won't be anymore pain
Anymore pain
You offer me a kiss with sweet remorse
seeking redemption for your sins
My darkest doubts are soon dissolved
as I melt in your touch again
You're so sorry you say that you've hurt us this way
but you and I are soulmates
(Chorus)
But you lie to me
You lie to me everyday
You lie to me you lie to me and I listen
I can't believe I can't believe a word you say
I can't believe you lie to me
And I listen
(Chorus)
(*Starts with "girl" instead of "but")
Anymore pain(x5)
Lyrics submitted by HalimC
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