Secrets

The Weeknd's song 'Secrets' delves into the themes of infidelity, mistrust, and the pain of realizing that one's partner may not be as faithful as they claim. The lyrics express the protagonist's awareness of his lover's true desires and the lies she tells to cover them up. The repetition of 'Everybody here wants you / My love, my love / And I know that you want him too' sets the stage for a narrative of unrequited love and desire, where the protagonist is painfully aware that his love interest's affections are directed elsewhere.

The chorus, 'I hear the secrets that you keep / When you're talkin' in your sleep,' suggests a deeper level of betrayal. It implies that the protagonist has come to know of these secrets not through confrontation or admission, but through the involuntary confessions of a sleeping partner. This adds a layer of intimacy to the betrayal, as these secrets are revealed in a vulnerable state, possibly hinting at the subconscious guilt of the unfaithful partner. The Weeknd's use of the phrase 'talkin' in your sleep' could be a metaphor for the ways in which truth surfaces despite attempts to conceal it.

The final verses, 'Wipe the lust from your eyes / I see that you're not mine / I can see the lust in your eyes / You can't hide it,' culminate in the protagonist's realization and acceptance that the relationship is divided by unfaithfulness. The Weeknd's portrayal of this realization is both poignant and resigned, capturing the moment when love is overshadowed by the reality of deception. The song's haunting melody and The Weeknd's emotive delivery amplify the sense of heartbreak and the complexity of coping with a partner's infidelity.