The song "You Are What You Are" by Get Scared explores themes of lies, betrayal, and the consequences of hiding one's true self. The lyrics suggest that the person being addressed in the song has some form of black substance on their teeth, metaphorically representing the lies they tell and the darkness they try to conceal. The narrator questions what the individual has been eating, implying that their actions and deceitful behavior are the cause of this darkness. The "lustly lies" mentioned refer to the deceptive words and actions the person uses to hide their true intentions and emotions. The narrator also notices physical flaws on the person's face, such as craters, emphasizing that these imperfections reflect their inner state and the impact their lies have on others. The line "I can tell you're lying with the words you're saying" further highlights the narrator's distrust and disappointment in the person's deceptive nature. The chorus repeatedly asks the person if they can admit to being a liar, suggesting that their deceitful actions are causing harm and pain. The lyrics describe the effect of the person's lies as "killing" the narrator and creating a sense of murder or betrayal within their relationship. The phrase "You bring out a livid side of me" implies that the person's lies provoke intense anger and frustration in the narrator. The song also hints at the idea that the person's lies not only affect the narrator but also impact the people closest to them, referred to as "family." The lyrics state that the person has "slit the throats of family again," implying that their deceitful behavior has caused harm to those they care about. Overall, "You Are What You Are" highlights the destructive nature of lies and the pain they can cause in relationships. It portrays a sense of betrayal, disappointment, and anger towards the person who hides behind falsehoods.
