Discover the story of the song > Practice What You Preach – Testament

The song is telling the protagonist, who thinks he has his life under control, to be true to his own words and actions. The lyrics suggest that he is not grounded, and feeling unsure of himself and his promises, leading to him losing control and burning bridges in his relationships. The message is clear: he needs to practice what he preaches before it takes a toll on him and his life.