Lies Greed Misery
Linkin Park · Living Things [2012]
I'ma be that nail in your coffin
Sayin' that I soften
I was duckin' down to reload
So you can save your petty explanations
I don't have the patience
Before you even say it I know
You let your pride and your ego
Talk slick to me no
That is not the way I get down
And look at how you lose your composure
Now let me show ya/Exactly how the breaking point sound
[Chorus]
I wanna see you choke on your lies
Swallow up your greed
Suffer all alone in your misery
Choke on your lies
Swallow up your greed
Suffer all alone in your misery
[Verse 2]
What is it you want me to tell ya?
I am not the failure
I would rather live and let be
But you can't make the right kinda threat to
Push me to let you/No you can't intimidate me
Disrespect me so clearly/Now you better hear me
That is not the way it goes down
You did it to yourself and it's over
Now let me show ya/Exactly how the breaking point sound
[Chorus] x2
I wanna see you choke on your lies
Swallow up your greed
Suffer all alone in your misery
Choke on your lies
Swallow up your greed
Suffer all alone in your misery
[Bridge]
You did it to yourself
You did it to yourself
You did it to yourself
You did it to yourself
You did it to yourself!
You did it to yourself!
You did it to yourself!
You did it to yourself!
[Chorus]
I wanna see you choke on your lies
Swallow up your greed
Suffer all alone in your misery
Choke on your lies
Swallow up your greed
Suffer all alone in your misery
About Lies Greed Misery
"Lies Greed Misery" stands as a defining track from Linkin Park's 2012 album *Living Things*, marking a pivotal shift in the band's sonic identity. Released during a period of intense personal struggle for vocalist Chester Bennington, the song blends alternative metal aggression with electronic textures and melodic pop sensibilities. It serves as a direct counterpart to the band's earlier nu-metal roots, exemplified by hits like "In The End" and "One Step Closer," while introducing a more introspective and polished production style. The recording reflects the group's evolution as they moved away from the heavy riffs of *Hybrid Theory* toward a more atmospheric and emotionally raw sound. This track remains a staple of their discography, illustrating their ability to fuse diverse genres into a cohesive narrative about modern anxiety and resilience.