The song "The Last To Know" by Johnny Hates Jazz tells the story of a person who is deceived and betrayed in a relationship. The lyrics describe a sense of innocence and naivety that the person had, not realizing that their partner was wearing a mask and hiding their true intentions. The person reflects on how they were fooled by their partner, not realizing that their love could turn out to be so bitter. They feel blindsided, as their friends had warned them about their partner's true nature. The person expresses their frustration in being the last one to know the truth, questioning why they had to be the one to find out last. Although their friends had warned them, the person didn't realize that their partner was lying to them, saying all the right words and acting as if they were committed. This deception is emphasized by the line "You were twisting that laugh, saying that you were mine." The person acknowledges their naivety and the pain they feel in discovering the truth. They describe the bitter taste of love and the betrayal they experienced, juxtaposed with the sweetest kiss they had received from their partner. The lyrics express a sense of hurt and disbelief, with the person questioning their own blindness and feeling hurt by the deception. They realize that they were the last to know about their partner's true intentions, feeling foolish for not realizing it sooner. Overall, "The Last To Know" portrays a story of deception, betrayal, and the pain of being the last one to discover the truth in a relationship.
