RATHER LIE Lyrics – Playboi Carti

RATHER LIE Lyrics Meaning

[Chorus]
In the chorus, Playboi Carti expresses that he would rather tell lies than risk losing the girl he loves. He believes that being completely honest could create confusion or pain, and he doesn’t want to hurt her or risk the relationship falling apart. While he acknowledges that others around them might judge their connection or not be able to handle his success, he chooses to prioritize his relationship over everything else. By sparing her from certain harsh truths, he hopes to protect their bond and keep her by his side. The artist shows a sense of vulnerability, choosing to keep peace over honesty to avoid heartbreak.

[Verse 1]
In this verse, Playboi Carti describes the ups and downs of his relationship with the girl. Although they have their differences and arguments, they quickly make up and enjoy each other’s company, often in their luxurious setting. Carti reassures her that he can provide for her and make her happy, offering her a life of wealth and comfort. Even when she wants space or threatens to leave, he still tries to keep things calm and avoid further conflict. Carti recognizes the fragility of the situation but continues to emphasize that he’d rather lie than tell the truth, which might lead to her walking away. The verse reveals his complicated feelings—he loves her and wants to keep her, but he feels like lying is the best way to avoid losing her or causing harm to their relationship. He values her presence more than anything else and would rather avoid conflict, even if it means hiding some truths.

[Chorus]
The second repetition of the chorus brings back the main theme of the song: Carti would rather lie than face the possibility of losing the girl. He highlights that, while they may share laughter and joy, others around them can’t handle the success he’s achieved. By sparing her from the truth and keeping things simple, he hopes to avoid confusion and maintain peace in their relationship. Again, the artist focuses on the importance of keeping her in his life, showing that protecting their bond and avoiding heartbreak is more important to him than being fully honest.

[Verse 2]
In the second verse, Carti reflects on his return to his lifestyle of partying and using substances like lean and molly, feeling like he’s back in control and living life as he usually does. He shows off his wealth, boasting about expensive homes and the freedom that comes with his success. He also talks about his ability to attract women, even mentioning the drama that comes with relationships, like anger and jealousy when others find out about his hookups. Despite all the confidence and material wealth, Carti admits the complications of relationships, where misunderstandings or anger can lead to breakups, but he still wants the girl back and is ready to make things right. He expresses his willingness to do whatever it takes to keep her, even if it means lying or pretending things are fine. Carti continues to believe that lying is easier than facing the truth, especially if it means keeping her close. The verse shows a deeper side of his emotional struggles, where, despite his outward confidence, he’s trying to navigate complicated feelings and protect his relationship, even if it means living in a fantasy world.

[Chorus]
In the final chorus, Carti reinforces the song’s main message once again: he would rather lie than risk losing the girl he loves. He emphasizes that he would rather keep things simple and avoid going into details, even though there’s so much he could share. For him, the relationship is more important than dealing with the complexities of truth. He chooses to spare her feelings and keep things calm, even if it means avoiding reality. This repetition drives home the idea that the artist values the relationship so much that he’s willing to lie to keep it intact, demonstrating a deep internal conflict between love and honesty.