Little White Lies by Aurelio Voltaire - World Premiere Song from The Black Labyrinth
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This is one of the songs for my upcoming album, The Black Labyrinth which is an unofficial sequel to the film Labyrinth and a tribute and requiem to my musical hero, David Bowie. The album is a musical in every sense of the word so all of the songs together tell a story. Well, it's really more of an epic tale!
This song takes place at a point in the story when our protagonist is told by a goblin thief outside of the Labyrinth that inside he'll find a caterpillar with an English accent wearing a scarf who will direct him through the maze. However, when he arrives he finds instead a small, white snake (who has clearly eaten the caterpillar and the caterpillar's wife!). The snake gives our protagonist directions but time and time again, he ends up standing directly in front of the snake! However, each time the snake gets bigger and bigger until he's large enough to eat our hero!
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Little White Lies - by Aurelio Voltaire - Lyrics
Do you think you'd like me or would you turn and walk away fast
if I told you from whence I came and all the sordid details of my inglorious past?
I'll tell you why I'm afraid. Would you leave me for dead or would you come to my aid
if I don't tell you some pretty words, sure to keep you coming my way
I never meant to lie but there are things we do and say to get by,
little white lies, a small surprise how big they grow in size.
It all starts simple enough, your present is dark because your childhood was rough.
So you shed your skin and you changed your name
in the hopes of putting air between you and the pain.
So grab a mask, fill up a flask and slither like a snake into the Masquerade.
Now, you've come so far and you feel like a star
and you hope they never figure out who you really are.
You never meant to lie but there are things we do and say to get by,
little white lies, a small surprise how big they grow in size.
I never meant to lie but there are things we do and say to get by.
Little white lies we tell ourselves like, "Everthing's alright."
I'm just a snake in the wall but,
it's a wall you walk by and
if I say the right words then
you're going to be mine!
I never meant to lie but there are things we do and say to get by,
little white lies, a small surprise how big they grow in size.
I never meant to lie but there are things we do and say to get by.
Little white lies we tell ourselves like, "Everthing's alright."
I never meant to lie, but...
I never meant to lie, but...
I never meant to lie, but...
I guess I had to lie.
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A big thank you to all of you who tuned in for the live premiere!!! I've never done it before and it was great fun! I plan to make a video like this for each of the songs I've written so far for Black Labyrinth so subscribe and stay tuned!!! Thanks again, guys!!! The next premiere will likely be the first episode of Gothic Homemaking Season 5 on April 1st! See you then!
@MorriganJezebel
4 жыл бұрын
Very fun! 🖤Although I already heard this song, Congratulations on it, it is amazing and beautiful song 🖤
@sylligurl129
4 жыл бұрын
Labyrinth has always been one of my favorite films and you have been one of my favorite artists. I can't wait for the rest of this album as it is a match made in heaven for me. And I really hope to see you play in Richmond this June.
@Magpie2497
4 жыл бұрын
No problem. I really enjoyed listening to your new song. It really struck a chord with me I look forward to seeing more from you!
@hilarysell719
4 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for April fool's day!
@Rotten_Prince
4 жыл бұрын
I came little bit late :C but thank you for this!
Listening to Voltaire as we go into the apocalypse.
@DeeMolition
4 жыл бұрын
Better than going into it without him!
@juanig4198
4 жыл бұрын
we are going to hell in a handbasket
@instinctsvalkyrie4657
4 жыл бұрын
@@juanig4198 haha I agree completely
I swear Voltaire is one of the only people worthy of making an album that’s the unofficial sequel to the labyrinth. Can’t wait to hear the rest of the album :)
The Pirate Voltaire is back and while i'm drinking Captain Morgan's Rum. What a time to be alive~!
I've listened to rock and metal my whole life, but I can say that Voltaire is one of the few non-metal acts I like. I have Billy and Mandy to thank for introducing me.
@eruiluvatar236
4 жыл бұрын
As a fellow metalhead I agree.
Love it. I did find the piece about the little white snake intriguing. Now I'm on the edge of my seat in anticipation of the full tale. Black Labyrinth is going to be great, I can feel it.
This was so catchy and i love the concept! Labirynth was one of me favourite movies as a kid, so hearing about a fanmade sequel just fills me with excitement!
I’m sensing a return to form, something that we saw in Heart Shaped Wound. The violins and guitar, I can’t wait to learn them! I started following your music so long ago Voltaire, and honestly I’m such a huge fan of your work. I’m more of a closet goth, but because of your work I’ve come to decide that 2020 is the year I embrace the goth. Vampire clothing galore, here I come.
@damienwonder
4 жыл бұрын
🍪 Welcome to the dark side, we have cookies! 🍪
AH I'M SO EXCITED! Your song, "When You're Evil" saved my life at one point, no joke. (happy to see the 2020 Remaster btw!) I'm excited to see Little White Lies!
@bassboostedmoonchao
4 жыл бұрын
Update- I'm playing this on repeat and I freaking love it so much ;0;
@Kuwagumo
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, this new song is AWESOME, and imo it has deeper meanings than just the snake story
@luannenoir4453
3 жыл бұрын
honestly same but "The Night" also helped
It's 1 am here in Egypt and i am still up because of this 😃😃
I've been a week straight singing this song in order to keep the stress and the anxiety away. Thank you, Voltaire, for your fantastic work.
True, toe-tapping Voltaire form!! I can't wait to hear both the final tracks and again live in Boston!!
This song hits something in me I haven't felt in a long time.
This song is so beautiful. Can’t wait for the whole album!!!
Never ever change Voltaire! It really doesn't matter what song, what album, what genre.... every song I hear from you makes me feel the same way that is just incomparable to any other artist I know. Can't wait for your UK tour (hoping desperately that it isn't prevented by this virus)
Gonna set an alarm. Let's hope my sleepy ass remembers why I set it and actually gets up.
This has such a classic Voltaire Devil's Bris feel I love it. Knocked it out of the park. I love you weird goth uncle.
Best work he's done in years, glad he's back on it. Lyrics and sentiment feels really genuine and I never stop getting impressed by his style, voice and musical mastery. Beautiful song and a nice boost from being stuck home reflecting
I was at your concert in Knoxville, TN 2019 and I wish 2020 had of happened instead of this virus. I have loved your music since Billy and Mandy and your crossover with AQWorlds. Keep being awesome Voltaire.
Sadly, I missed the true premier. Life can be annoying like that. Can't wait for the whole thing.
Can't get enough of you!!! I find myself watching your video over and over again!!! Thank you again!!!🖤🖤🖤😘
Dis gon b gud. (insert Jason Mamoa folding chair gif here)
If this album was a actual musical, I would pay money too see it.
Strangely enough this has my eyes full of tears...
Voltaire has the amazing ability to churn out fantastic tunes in very little time, much like how Stephen King writes and releases his novels. I can't wait to get my hands on the new album and picture book!
This song is already stuck in my head!
Completely 100% my absolute favorite song
I can honestly say I have never been so emotionally moved by a song as I have by this one.
The Lair of Voltaire, I don't know if you'll see this, but your music has been an important part of my life for so long ever since I first heard your music as a kid from Billy and Mandy. Alot of your songs helped me get through my sister's passing, and you making an album in tribute to David Bowie and Labyrinth has more impact than you could possibly know. My sister and I watched that move almost every day shortly before she passed. It hurts to watch it now but, I think I'm ready to see it again. Thank you for making music that hits me right in the heart and reminds me of her, and the late great David Bowie. Thank you Voltaire, keep being weird, creepy and amazing in all the best ways.
@TheLairofVoltaire
4 жыл бұрын
I'm very sorry to hear about your sister. I'm glad the music can help in some small way.
@VivamusDraconem
4 жыл бұрын
@@TheLairofVoltaire Thank you for the kind words, I can take some solace that Stephi probably gets to meet Bowie herself up there. Thank you for making such wonderful, emotional, fun, and downright beautiful music.
It's SOOO wonderful to find a Goth person my age that GETS IT! and what it was like back in the day. Not a fad, but a way of life. My closet in full of shades of black. I am quite excited about the black labyrinth album and all that it represents. Please come to NC!!! ( I am comment 333, LOL, so i am half evil today!!! )
Dang it, missed when it went live! Oh well, still going to play it infinitely :D
I'm really looking forward to this album and the accompanying book. From your descriptions and drawings, the story already feels so real.
I'm sorry I was late, but I love the song! I was listening and just thinking, "Well, fuck. This is amazing already!"
Voltaire, you are the name I shout when people whisper to ask who my favourite singer is. You bet that I'll be using your songs at my wedding.
I get a huge Leaves in the Sea vibe from this, and Dark Gods is it amazing! I'm doing analysis for the Navy and this is helping me push through the mountain of work I've been tasked with. Thank you Voltaire.
I met you twice and for this song only I wish to see you again!
You're as brilliant as ever. This song really hits home in these times
The little bit of lore at the end brought this (already awesome) song up a notch in my book!
Oh my gods, I absolutely love this song! It both was comforting and made me cry. This is my life right now, it sucks but it sucks for a lot of people. Thank you for the beautiful, dark and inspirational music💜💀💜 stay safe and well
@jevaniegosine5875
4 жыл бұрын
Try your best to keep your head up and embrace the suck! Because the suck is part of the process and it means you're still kicking!
@jenniferhollingsworth1275
4 жыл бұрын
@@jevaniegosine5875 I share endeavor to embrace the suck, lol! Ty, for the kind thoughts and genuine laugh, my best wishes to you as well💜💀💜
Tuve suerte de ver tu show por primera vez este año en México. ¡Fue maravilloso! ¡Me encantó! Y espero que vuelvas pronto. Esta y todas las demás canciones fueron geniales. Sobre todo la del "Fierro viejo"
There are some songs which just hit a perfect combination of lyrics and vocals and instruments and this is one of those. Just... awesome. Can't help but grin listening to it.
So beyond excited about this project! I’d like to think the Thin White Duke would’ve totally approved of “Little White Lies”...
So emotional and true, a great proof of the fact that you are an Artist blessed with creativity, beauty and humanity.
Voltaire is like a Sitcom dad. And that's probably why I love the dudes other videos (Tis a complement good sir) the music is a plus too. Looking forward to the full album in the future. rock on
This made me feel like I was 22 again, hitting up my first DragonCon in I think 07. What a gift. You've still got it man.
I hope I'm still here in 24 hours 😂😎💀🧛🦇🖤
This so great, I'm really overwhelmed. And even I'm not a great fan of the most musicals, this will be one I will love. Maybe it can be called a musical novel ;-) Anyway I can't wait for more. All the best for you and stay well!
It's a shame I missed the Premiere. Ah, KZread and it's bad notification system. Still, the song is great! I love your work.
I keep listening to this on repeat.
This song speaks to me...
Love it 🖤 actually had me tearing up a little. I think most of us can relate to this! 🖤
Can't wait I saw you do some of your black labyrinth stuff at the church in Dallas Seen you the last 3 times you were here you had technical difficulty's last time there was to much baby shark but still amazing as always the black labyrinth is gonna be awesome r.i.p David Bowie
@emilydavis676
4 жыл бұрын
i was there too for my Bday!
Saw you do this live at The Abbey, and this was my favorite song! Can't wait.
In the most loving and positive way you really are a statue carved out of a block of pure aesthetic XD
I have to get on your Pateron, I absolutely have to hear and see more from the Black Labyrinth. You're quite a performer, that's for sure; but that's not all. I'm intrigued by the world you're working so hard to bring to life. Thank you for your art Voltaire!
Every single note and lyric...a time capsule to my own blackened soul,
I can’t wait for the whole album, since this song already sounds amazing!
Awesome song... Loved seeing you again in Las Vegas. My wife was thrilled to be able to talk to you... Keep the songs coming..
Definitely get a strong sense of Bowie in the way you sing certain lines, while it's also still "you" -- great balance!
I listen to this every morning now a days
You really sound like David Bowie in this one, awesome!
Underrated. Hope more people will get to know about the awesome music Voltaire makes
I love your voice it's so sensitive and sensual...no worries I'm harmless and 65. But getting to be a huge fan of yours hugs Lynn Weasenforth 💯💀🖤💀🌚🖤☮️
I absolutely love it!!!! Found myself singing along by the end. Jareth would be proud!
Wow, Wonderful as always. Waiting for more) You are GREAT) 😈💜
Its been forever hearing you live in concert!! Luv this song!
Nice, another album like .... To the bottom of the sea, where the songs all tell a full story. Can't wait for this new one!!
Very nice man! I've been a fan as long as I can remember and this really brings back the Almost Human vibes and we love it!
I love it! Wish I had been able to be here for the premier. It's a great song and I love the idea of a villain who grows stronger the more you believe in them!
Well, this is some crazy-welcome news. I didn't know a new album was in the works (I'm not all that fast on social media, so not sure if it's been mentioned elsewhere yet). - Love this new song. You're one of the few artists I can think of whose latest works can rival their earliest works, because I feel you're always trying to implement something new or different, maybe add or subtract a new style or a different theme to keep yourself passionate about what you're doing, and it always shows on the record. Your latest albums always end up being my favourites because of this despite still loving your older content, so I am very happy to hear a new one is coming! - The UK is on lockdown right now and things are pretty gloomy here, trust a goth to bring some light into the darkness! :)
This is so lovely!! I can't wait for the whole album!
Honestly I like this and I think if anyone could fill David Bowie’s shoes as the goblin king in labyrinth for a sequel it would be Voltaire. I could totally see this song being used in a live movie of the labyrinth sequel for the comics. (Probably when the goblin king fesses up to wanting to use Toby to take his place in marrying the queen.)
A very nice song, thank you. Little lies can truly be a beginning of a downward spiral, and the song captures that very well.
Need this album!!!
Patiently waiting for a spotify release so I can listen to this masterpiece on repeat. 🖤
I can't wait for the full version. This is good
Got to see this live in Tampa before all the madness and it was awesome. Cant wait for the new album and the videos
As always thank you for the absolute great artist that you are!!! Much love to you!!! I'm your fan for life🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤
That was terrific!!! I love the story bit at the end about the snake too. Can't wait to hear more!
Loved Bowies Labyrinth, love this song and I can't wait for your Black Labyrinth to be fully revealed, I just know I'm going to love it.
This was nice. Thanks for staying around.
I missed the premiere. but I'm watching now and this song is beautiful!
Magnificent Voltaire. I eagerly anticipate the full album with Labyrinth being one of my favorite movies and David Bowie, may he rest in peace, being one one of my favorite artists.
I really love your voice. Your acoustic versions are even better than the recorded! And those lyrics; not only they are creative but they're also so real they're talking to my heart. Keep up the good work!
I love your songs. Take care during these stressful times, Captain Voltaire!
I already love the sound of the album, and it's just the first song! I love the story behind the song as well. Can't wait to hear more!
Throughout the first paragraph of lyrics (I'm not musically savvy), I was skeptical and unsure how to feel. However, by the 2nd and 3rd, I was really loving the song! I can't wait for the album.
I've never wanted a pirate hat more than I do now... 💀💜
This was a great song! Can’t wait for more
Oh. Aurelio Voltaire has a new song. Guess I'm going to listen to it 100000000000000000000 times then.
Wow, this is fantastic- thank you for sharing your talent with us
This brought a smile to my face, what a beautiful song. Awesome job, Voltaire! :)
Had to watch this twice just to catch all the snake references like shed your skin, and surprise how big they grew and slip into the masquerade. Your lyrical ingenuity is as amazing as ever! Can't wait for this album to come out to hear the other songs and how the other instrument give off a snake vibe if they do. Is the picture book with the album or separate?
If I haven't mentioned it, I love this song so much.
Came here out of love and respect, ended up crying... truly a musical master. 💙
Sounds like there is going to be a kind of plot to the album! I love it can’t wait!
I honestly think that is the best song I have heard by you yet.
I love this so very much! It brought tears to my eyes. You are so amazing! 🦇🖤🦇
Wow, I am super exited about!!
Awesome! Thank you for distracting me from everything that’s going on in the world lately. I enjoyed this very much!