You're a Lie
"You're a Lie" is a song by Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators. It is the lead single from Slash's 2012 album, Apocalyptic Love. The song peaked at #1 on the Canadian Active Rock chart for five weeks straight.
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| Single by Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators | ||||
| from the album Apocalyptic Love | ||||
| Released | February 27, 2012 | |||
| Recorded | 2011-12 | |||
| Genre | Hard rock | |||
| Length | 3:50 | |||
| Label | Dik Hayd International | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Slash and Myles Kennedy | |||
| Producer(s) | Eric Valentine | |||
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Reception
The song has received mixed reviews from critics. Will Hermes of Rolling Stone gave the song a rating of 2 1/2 out of 5 stars.[1] Amy Sciarretto of Loudwire gave the song a 4 out of 5 rating, describing the song as "a rowdy, bluesy rocker, anchored by Slash’s signature riffing and style." [2]
Charts
| Chart (2012) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canadian Hot 100[3] | 80 |
| Canadian Active Rock Chart[4] | 1 |
| Polish Singles Chart[5] | 48 |
| U.S. Billboard Rock Songs[6] | 12 |
Personnel
- Slash – lead guitar
- Myles Kennedy – lead vocals, rhythm guitar
- Todd Kerns – bass, screams
- Brent Fitz – drums
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References
- "Slash "You're a Lie"". Rolling Stone. Retrieved July 9, 2012.
- "Slash, 'You're a Lie' – Song Review". Loudwire. Retrieved July 9, 2012.
- "Slash Album & Song Chart History – Canadian Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved July 9, 2012.
- "Canadian Active Rock & Alt Rock Chart Archive: Active Rock - May 22, 2012". America's Music Charts. Retrieved July 9, 2012.
- "Polish Singles Chart |".
- "Slash Album & Song Chart History – Rock Songs". Billboard. Retrieved July 9, 2012.
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