The meaning of the lyrics of the song "False Alarm" by the artist "Weeknd, The"

In "False Alarm", The Weeknd sings about a woman who thrives on attention, luxury, and seems incapable of genuine love.

The first verse portrays a glamorous and flirtatious woman craving attention ("Bathroom stall to 'powder' her nose," "Obsessed with the camera flashes"). She enjoys material possessions and uses her attractiveness to get what she wants.

The chorus, "False alarm," is a metaphor for the relationship with this woman. She creates an illusion of love and intimacy, but it's just a "false alarm" – empty promises not backed by genuine feelings.

The second verse furthers the theme of materialism ("Five-inch waist, pretty face," "It's a dollar, dollar bills y'all – that's her only chase"). Money and luxury are more important to her than love. The lyrical protagonist understands this ("You love her, but you'll never be / The one, the one"), yet he's still drawn to her.

The bridge emphasizes the woman's loneliness despite the luxury surrounding her ("She always lets the one go that loves her / But the diamonds they last forever"). The diamonds are a metaphor for false values that can't replace real love.

The repetition of the "False Alarm" chorus reinforces the message of the song – a cautionary tale about falling for superficial charm and the disappointment that follows.