Live to Tell
Live to Tell

Michelle Simonal - Live to Tell Lyrics

Jun 19, 2020
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Live to Tell Lyrics

I have a tale to tell
Sometimes it gets so hard to hide it well
I was not ready for the fall
Too blind to see the writing on the wall
A man can tell a thousand lies
I've learned my lesson well
Hope I live to tell
The secret I have learned, 'til then
It will burn inside of me
I know where beauty lives
I've seen it once, I know the warm she gives
The light that you could never see
It shines inside, you can't take that from me
A man can tell a thousand lies
I've learned my lesson well
Hope I live to tell
The secret I have learned, 'til then
It will burn inside of me
The truth is never far behind
You kept it hidden well
If I live to tell
The secret I knew then
Will I ever have the chance again
If I ran away, I'd never have the strength
To go very far
How would they hear the beating of my heart
Will it grow cold
The secret that I hide, will I grow old
How will they hear
When will they learn
How will they know
A man can tell a thousand lies
I've learned my lesson well
Hope I live to tell
The secret I have learned, 'til then
It will burn inside of me
The truth is never far behind
You kept it hidden well
If I live to tell
The secret I knew then
Will I ever have the chance again
A man can tell a thousand lies
I've learned my lesson well
Hope I live to tell
The secret I have learned, 'til then
It will burn inside of me

I have a tale to tell
Sometimes it gets so hard to hide it well
I was not ready for the fall
Too blind to see the writing on the wall
A man can tell a thousand lies
I've learned my lesson well
Hope I live to tell
The secret I have learned, 'til then
It will burn inside of me
I know where beauty lives
I've seen it once, I know the warm she gives
The light that you could never see
It shines inside, you can't take that from me
A man can tell a thousand lies
I've learned my lesson well
Hope I live to tell
The secret I have learned, 'til then
It will burn inside of me
The truth is never far behind
You kept it hidden well
If I live to tell
The secret I knew then
Will I ever have the chance again
If I ran away, I'd never have the strength
To go very far
How would they hear the beating of my heart
Will it grow cold
The secret that I hide, will I grow old
How will they hear
When will they learn
How will they know
A man can tell a thousand lies
I've learned my lesson well
Hope I live to tell
The secret I have learned, 'til then
It will burn inside of me
The truth is never far behind
You kept it hidden well
If I live to tell
The secret I knew then
Will I ever have the chance again
A man can tell a thousand lies
I've learned my lesson well
Hope I live to tell
The secret I have learned, 'til then
It will burn inside of me

Writer(s): Madonna Ciccone, Patrick Leonard
Copyright(s): Lyrics © SUSAN LEONARD, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who originally wrote and performed 'Live to Tell'?

    'Live to Tell' was originally written by Madonna and Patrick Leonard. It was first performed by Madonna and included in her third studio album, True Blue, as well as the 1986 film 'At Close Range'.

  2. What is the key signature and tempo of 'Live to Tell'?

    According to the sheet music published by Alfred Publishing Inc., 'Live to Tell' is written in the key of F major, set in the time signature of common time at a moderate tempo of 112 beats per minute.

  3. What themes are explored in the lyrics of 'Live to Tell'?

    The lyrics of 'Live to Tell' explore themes of deceit, mistrust, childhood scars, and the struggle of keeping painful secrets. Madonna has described it as dealing with being strong, surviving, and questioning one’s own strength.

  4. How was 'Live to Tell' received by critics upon its release?

    'Live to Tell' was lauded by critics, who praised Madonna's vocal performance and the song's mature and serious tone. It was considered a standout track on her album 'True Blue' and has been referred to as one of her finest ballads in retrospective reviews.

  5. Did the music video for 'Live to Tell' feature any dance routines?

    No, the music video for 'Live to Tell', directed by James Foley, marked Madonna's first video to not feature a dance routine. Instead, it depicted her singing against a black backdrop, interspersed with scenes from the movie 'At Close Range'.

  6. How did religious groups react to Madonna's performance of 'Live to Tell' on the 'Confessions' tour?

    Madonna's performance of 'Live to Tell' on the 'Confessions' tour, where she hung from a mirrored cross wearing a crown of thorns, sparked controversy and was condemned by religious groups. They viewed it as a disrespectful act towards Christianity, although Madonna explained her intention was to draw attention to global issues, particularly the plight of children in Africa.

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