Theatrical Muse 217 Which cliché rings true to you?

“The Truth shall set thee free.” Aye, and there’s proof.
“Truth hurts” - and that’s another that is sooth,
But if lies are your foe then understand
The truths of it ‘fore you take sword in hand,
Or draw another weapon, song or pen,
Lest you must fight your war time and again.

Men call such words “truisms” and I know
The world’s a stage and all lives but a show,
But sing of joy or hubris, pride or shames
The listeners have been known by many names,
But labels often seal another lie.
Fame or infamy do not quite apply.

Heed you the truth that surfaces unbidden.
Regard the truth that previously was hidden.
And bear in mind before the music starts.
Liars are enemies within their hearts.
Whatever pain and heartbreak is the cost
Perceive the truth, or know your battle lost.

I’ve thought about such sayings long and long.
Think you the Singer has no hidden song?

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