The song "Devil Beside You" by The Used tells the story of meeting someone who is deceitful and manipulative. The lyrics describe how the narrator can see through this person's false smile and recognizes their lies. The song portrays a strong dislike and desire to distance oneself from this individual. The lyrics suggest that the narrator wants nothing to do with this person and does not want to be associated with them. They express a sense of relief when they can finally part ways and never see each other again. The repetition of lines like "Your eyes tell lies your mouth can never spill" emphasizes the theme of deceit and the narrator's frustration. The phrase "The devil beside you" represents the negative influence and harmful presence this person has in the narrator's life. It suggests that this individual brings unhappiness and destruction. The line "To watch you die when you can't find a remedy" implies that the narrator takes pleasure in seeing this person suffer the consequences of their actions. Overall, "Devil Beside You" conveys a strong sense of animosity and a determination to cut ties with someone who has proven to be untrustworthy and toxic.
