Lips of Deceit is a track from Avenged Sevenfold's 2001 self-titled debut album, Sounding the Seventh Trumpet. The song exemplifies the band's early blend of heavy metal and alternative rock, characterized by aggressive guitar riffs and a driving rhythm section. Released during a pivotal era for the group, the recording helped establish their signature sound that would define their subsequent career. As part of their initial discography, the track remains a notable example of the melodic heaviness that Avenged Sevenfold brought to the metal scene in the early 2000s.