Favorite Lie Lyrics – Lil Tecca

Favorite Lie Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
Vibe-setting sounds, no actual words — just mood.

[Chorus]
He’s caught in a situation where someone’s giving mixed signals. She said she was down for him and wanted to be around, but now she’s somewhere else, maybe physically or emotionally. He likes keeping things lowkey and private, where they can do their own thing without people watching. The line about “Moss” suggests he’s catching whatever she’s throwing his way, like a football. He questions her loyalty — if she says she’s really with him, she needs to prove it. He also throws shade at people talking big but not having the money to back it up. He uses drinking and smoking as a way to deal with all this. He’s been distant and it’s not something he does often. He tried giving her a chance, but maybe it was just a game. He’s left wondering about her mindset and what lie she’s telling — possibly to him, or even to herself.

[Verse]
He’s into how she’s been changing, like her style or energy — it keeps things interesting. He’s upgraded too, like taking the roof off his car and wearing a fancy stainless-steel watch. He makes his success look effortless, even if it’s not. Whenever people see him, he’s always making money, staying focused. His life might seem repetitive, but he’s steady. He makes a reference to not naming a girl — keeping her anonymous because she’s not worth remembering. If someone’s not giving him their time or effort consistently, he’s not going to invest anything in return.

[Bridge]
He’s saying that what people pretend not to know, everyone really knows deep down. When it comes to style, he only wears the best — like only choosing Gucci if it’s designed by Tom Ford. He’s not wasting time or money unless it’s worth it, but either way, he’s aiming for more in life. A girl might want a quick hookup, but he’s questioning what she’s really offering. Then he calls out guys who are broke but still acting like they’re living it up — and makes it clear he’s done with that fake, lame energy.

[Chorus]
Again, he’s caught up in this confusing relationship. She said she wanted to be around and be close, but now she’s disappeared. He likes being private and doing things away from the spotlight. He compares catching her attention to catching a football pass, saying he’s got it covered. He questions how real her loyalty is and challenges her to prove it. He’s frustrated with people acting rich when they’re broke. He drinks and smokes to deal with the stress, saying he’s been pulling away lately. He gave her a chance, but it might’ve been just to see what would happen — and now he’s left wondering about her intentions and honesty.

[Outro]
He repeats the line about people talking about money when they don’t have any, and how he uses drinking and smoking to deal with things. Then the tone shifts to this sarcastic, fake radio ad vibe. It pokes fun at people giving up on self-control, turning to temporary highs like dopamine instead of facing reality. It jokes that regret is free, while therapy costs money — so people just choose the quick escape. It’s a dark but clever way to show how people avoid dealing with their real problems.