5 Seconds Of Summer - Lie To Me [OFFICIAL ⟶]

: Drummer Ashton Irwin described the song as being about the pain of a romantic situation where partners have different intentions. The lyrics depict a desperate longing for comfort through lies rather than facing a harsh truth.

: The video represents a "toxic situation" where someone takes repeated emotional beatings without attempting to escape. 5 Seconds of Summer - Lie To Me

: The band aimed for a unique sound by blending a guitar riff inspired by The Police’s "Every Breath You Take" with modern urban grooves and somber lyrics over a major chord structure. : Drummer Ashton Irwin described the song as

: Re-released in December 2018 featuring additional vocals from Julia Michaels , who also co-wrote the track. This version adjusts the narrative to explore "both sides" of the relationship. : The band aimed for a unique sound

Directed by , the official music video features lead singer Luke Hemmings sitting in a car on an abandoned racetrack.

"Lie to Me" is a standout track from third studio album, Youngblood (2018). It explores the painful reality of a love that doesn't "line up," where one person is attempting to move on while the other is still deeply hurting. The Meaning Behind the Song

: A slowed-down, piano-led version that strips away the original's poppy electronic elements. The Music Video