Story Behind The Song
I've been cursed with an introspective approach to situations. I know I'm no saint (is there such a word as "saintess?") so, when reflecting on infidelity in all kinds of situations (marriage, business partnerships, religious beliefs vs. actual lifestyle choices), I included myself in the class of those who say one thing and often act in a quite contrary way.
Song Description
Philosophical question about fidelity and trust in all types of relationships.
| Song Length |
4:05 |
Genre |
Pop - Easy Listening, Folk - Contemporary |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Distressed, Depressing |
Subject |
General, Justice |
| Language |
English |
| |
Lyrics
WHY CAN?T ANYONE BE TRUE?
Why can't anyone be true?
Just take a vow and see it through.
Why can't anyone be strong
When temptation comes along?
Why can't anyone be brave?
Just think of the lives and loves you'd save
Why can't anyone be true?
Why can't I? Why can't you?
I watched you rise and I watched you fall
I was seeing it all through your eyes,
not compromised
Then the sun came shining through
Suddenly I was seeing you
In a new light, a truer light
And I asked why
Why can't anyone say no?
It's just not right and I won't go
Why can't anyone be true?
Why can't I? Why can't you?
I've seen them come and I've seen them go
Leaving nothing else to show but their lies - look in their eyes
When the truth comes shining through there is nothing left to do
But shine a light, a brighter light
And I ask why
Why can't anyone say No
It's just not right and I won't go
Why can't anyone be true?
Why can't I? Why can't you?