Nobody likes being played
Beyonce, Beyonce
Shakira, Shakira (hey)
He said I’m worth it, his one desire
I know things about ’em that you wouldn’t wanna read about
He kissed me, his one and only, (yes) beautiful liar
Tell me how you tolerate the things that you just found out about
You never know
Why are we the ones who suffer
Have to let go
He won’t be the one to cry
(Ay) Let’s not kill the karma
(Ay) Let’s not start a fight
(Ay) It’s not worth the drama
For a beautiful liar
(Oh) Can’t we laugh about it
(Oh) It’s not worth our time
(Oh) We can live without ’em
Just a beautiful liar
I trusted him, but when I followed you, I saw you together
I didn’t know about you then ’til I saw you with him again
I walked in on your love scene, slow dancing
You stole everything, how can you say I did you wrong
We never know
When the pain and heartbreak’s over
Have to let go
The innocence is gone
(Ay) Let’s not kill the karma
(Ay) Let’s not start a fight
(Ay) It’s not worth the drama
For a beautiful liar
(Oh) Can’t we laugh about it
(Oh) It’s not worth our time
(Oh) We can live without ’em
Just a beautiful liar
Tell me how to forgive you
When it’s me who’s ashamed
And I wish could free you
Of the hurt and the pain
But the answer is simple
He’s the one to blame
(Ay) Let’s not kill the karma
(Ay) Let’s not start a fight
(Ay) It’s not worth the drama
For a beautiful liar
(Oh) Can’t we laugh about it
(Oh) It’s not worth our time
(Oh) We can live without ’em
Just a beautiful liar
Unraveling the Tale of “Beautiful Liar (Remix)”
“Beautiful Liar (Remix)” by Beyoncé is a powerful exploration of trust, betrayal, and solidarity. The lyrics center around two women discovering they have been deceived by the same man. Instead of turning against each other, they choose to rise above the drama, refusing to let jealousy or anger dictate their actions. The song’s hook, with its plea to “not start a fight” and “not kill the karma,” highlights a mature response to heartbreak—letting go of resentment and focusing on self-worth. The collaboration between Beyoncé and Shakira also symbolizes unity and strength, challenging the trope of rivalry in love triangles.
Song Credits
- Artist: Beyoncé
- Featured Artist: Shakira
- Songwriters: Beyoncé Knowles, Mikkel S. Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen, Amanda Ghost, Ian Dench
- Release Year: 2007
- Label: Columbia Records