The song "Faces" by Under The Influence Of Giants explores themes of self-reflection, deception, and challenges in relationships. The lyrics suggest a sarcastic and cynical tone towards the advice and opinions of others. The opening lines, "This is a joke, I hope you don't think twice / Don't look at me, look at your good advice" convey a sense of disbelief and disregard towards the advice given by others. The narrator dismisses the supposed wisdom and instead focuses on their own experiences and growth by saying, "A lack of love, a lot to learn, get hurt / Dirty machine, you've got me clean." This could imply that the narrator has learned and grown from past experiences and doesn't need external advice. The repeated line "But everyone shows me faces" suggests that people around the narrator are not genuine and may be putting on false personas or wearing masks. Despite their efforts to show different faces, the narrator sees through the act and is unimpressed. The lyrics also touch on themes of heartbreak and moving on. The line "I ate your heart, I hope your friends don't mind / You hate to hate a piece of me, piece of mind" suggests that the narrator has gone through a painful breakup, perhaps ending on bitter terms. The use of biting sarcasm suggests that the narrator is moving on, leaving behind the negativity and hurt. The chorus emphasizes that someone mentioned in the lyrics looks good in everything. This line could be sarcastic, implying that this person appears to have it all but is actually masking their true feelings or experiences. It reinforces the theme of superficiality and reveals the narrator's skepticism towards appearances and materialistic values. Overall, "Faces" by Under The Influence Of Giants speaks to the challenges of navigating relationships, the fakeness of some people, and the importance of staying true to oneself. The song encourages listeners to question the advice and opinions of others, remain authentic, and not be influenced by societal expectations.
